06/11/2026
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a multi-day stretch of severely hot and humid conditions, he is directing the state’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026, and continuing until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Cooling centers will be available throughout Connecticut. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by viewing the last that will be published online at www.211ct.org or calling 2-1-1.
Stay cool: Keep your body temperature cool to avoid heat-related illness.
1. Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible.
2. If you must be outdoors, try to limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening.
3. Try to rest often in shady areas so that your body has a chance to cool off.
4. Find an air-conditioned shelter. Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.
5. Avoid direct sunlight.
6. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
7. Take cool showers or baths.
8. Check on those most at-risk several times a day.
9. Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.
Stay Hydrated: Because your body loses fluids through sweat, you can become
dehydrated during times of extreme heat
1. Drink more water than usual.
2. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink more fluids.
3. Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside.
4. Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
5. Remind others to drink enough water
