A heat advisory has been issued for Greenwich and The State of Connecticut has activated its hot weather protocol for what is expected to be a multi-day stretch of severely hot and humid conditions.
The State’s hot weather protocol will be in effect until Sunday, June 14 at 6:00pm and First Selectman Fred Camillo is asking residents to be careful and take care of their health. People should limit exposure to the heat for themselves and their pets and also check in on vulnerable friends and loved ones.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will be in the high 80’s and could well feel as though they are even hotter. There is a chance of thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday and due to the humidity, it is expected to feel very hot and dangerous outside.
Greenwich will have several cooling stations around Town open for those seeking relief from the heat.
Town Hall will be available as a cooling center during its regular hours of operation, as will all of the Town’s libraries and both the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center and the Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center. And the Greenwich Public Safety Complex’s Margenot Atrium will be open 24 hours every day.
These facilities will be available to any resident who needs a respite from the heat and humidity. The full list of cooling centers and their hours is available online here.
Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water even if you don’t feel thirsty. You should also limit outdoor activities and stay indoors during peak hours when temperatures are highest. Do not leave children or pets inside vehicles and be extra cautious with older adults and young children, especially those with health conditions.
Other safety tips include avoiding alcohol and carbonated beverages during high temperatures and making sure you have access to an air conditioner or fan. Being in a cool environment can significantly reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses.
Residents should protect themselves and beware of symptoms of heat-related illnesses. That includes staying hydrated and drinking more water and fluids than you think you need during hot and humid days. If you are waiting to drink when you are already thirsty, then dehydration has already begun.
If you haven’t, please register for Greenwich Emergency Alerts at www.GreenwichAlerts.org to receive emergency messages about hazardous weather or a large-scale emergency impacting the Town.
The Greenwich Dept of Health reminds residents that heat-related illnesses are a public health threat and that all residents, especially persons who are young, elderly or have medical conditions and /or use medications that impede body temperature regulation, those who do not have air conditioning, or those whose work requires outdoor activities should pay special attention to the weather.
During these times of high heat, children and pets should limit the amount of they spend outdoors in the sun, except for brief stays outdoors.
Always avoid direct sunlight exposure and give your pets plenty of water to drink. Never leave any person or pet in a parked vehicle even if the windows are open and do not leave food items in the car or outdoors as food spoils quickly. It is also important to recognize the symptoms of heat-related illnesses that can become medical emergencies.
Heat stroke, which is also called “sunstroke,” occurs when a person’s temperature control system, which produces sweat to cool the body, stops working. The skin is flushed, hot and dry, and body temperature may be elevated. The victim may also be confused, develop seizures, breathe shallowly and have a weak or rapid pulse. This is the most serious heat-related illness and people exhibiting these symptoms should seek emergency medical attention by calling 911.
Heat cramps are muscular pains and spasms resulting from heavy exertion. Although heat cramps are the least severe heat-related illness, they are an early signal that the body is having trouble coping with heat and should be treated immediately with rest and fluids. Stretching or direct pressure can also reduce cramps. Unless very severe, heat cramps do not require emergency medical attention.
Heat Exhaustion occurs when body fluids are lost through heavy sweating due to vigorous exercise or working in a hot, humid place. Symptoms include: sweating; pale, clammy skin; fatigue; headache; dizziness; shallow breaths; and a weak or rapid pulse. Victims of heat exhaustion are tired but not confused. The condition should be treated with rest in a cool area, drinking water or electrolyte solutions, elevating the feet 12 inches, and further medical treatment in severe cases. If not treated,
the victim’s condition may escalate to heat stroke. If the victim does not respond to basic treatment, seek medical attention.
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