July 15, 2013

GOV. MALLOY REMINDS RESIDENTS TO TAKE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS DURING CURRENT HEAT WAVE

Call 2-1-1 for Information on Nearby Cooling Centers

(HARTFORD, CT) - With heat index temperatures forecasted to be over 100 degrees Fahrenheit for the next several days, Governor Dannel P. Malloy is reminding residents to be cautious during this current heat wave.

"A few simple steps can greatly reduce heat-related issues, especially for the elderly, the very young and people with respiratory ailments who are more susceptible to the effects of high temperatures," Governor Malloy said. "Many towns are opening cooling centers across the state. Any resident looking for a place to cool off should call 2-1-1 to find out where their closest cooling center is located."

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for most of the state away from the immediate coast for Monday, with additional advisories likely throughout the week. High temperatures during this current heat wave are forecast to range from the mid to upper 90's with heat index values between 100 and 105 degrees.

Tips for what residents should do to protect themselves during periods of extreme heat can be found online at www.ready.gov/heat .

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For Immediate Release: July 15, 2013

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