CT DEEP 'Urges Limited Outdoor Exposure' As Hazardous Weather Outlook Continues

CONNECTICUT — There will be no relief from the heat this weekend in Connecticut. It may feel as hot as 104 degrees on Sunday.

A heat advisory has been issued statewide through the weekend, and it has led the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) to urge all residents and visitors to "limit outdoor exertion and prolonged sun exposure, and for anyone considering getting in or on the water this weekend to prioritize water safety."

"Ozone (smog) levels are expected to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG) in parts of Connecticut this weekend," the DEEP said. "Ozone levels on Saturday are forecast to be USG on the Connecticut coastline and Long Island Sound extending into coastal areas of Rhode Island. On Sunday, ozone levels are forecast to be USG from the Ridgefield/Danbury area to the northeast, up to and through Hartford County."

"When air quality is forecast to be USG, there is an increased likelihood individuals in sensitive groups will develop respiratory symptoms and may experience shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. Children and people with asthma or other lung disease are most at risk for experiencing these symptoms. Active children and adults, and people with impaired lung function or cardiovascular disease should limit prolonged outdoor exertion. Peak ozone levels generally occur between 2-8 PM EDT, so make sure you get your activity or exercise in before or after these times to minimize adverse health effects," the DEEP added.

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Southern Connecticut forecast details via the National Weather Service

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Sunday. Heat index values in the mid 90s Today, and upper 90s to 104 on Sunday....Heat indices will likely be in the mid to upper 90s on Monday.

Today: Sunny, with a high near 93. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 100. South wind 5 to 14 mph.

Northern Connecticut forecast details via the National Weather Service

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Sunday. Heat index values 95 to 100 today and Sunday, but 100 to 104 in portions of the CT valley and northeast MA on Sunday.

Today: Sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Sunday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 98. Heat index values as high as 101. Southwest wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.