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Cooling Centers Open In New Canaan Amid Heatwave
The National Weather service has issued a heat advisory for the area and the following cooling centers are open in town.
NEW CANAAN, CT — The National Weather service has issued a heat advisory for the area, including New Canaan, with daily high temperatures expected to rise into the mid-90s over the next several days and possibly exceed 100 degrees Thursday.
In a news release, town spokesperson Pamela Flynn said the New Canaan Library and the Lapham Community Center are both available as cooling centers for residents.
Their hours of operation are below:
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| Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| New Canaan Library | 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. | 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. | 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Lapham Community Center | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. | 8:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Closed |
According to the town of New Canaan, everyone should take these steps to prevent heat-related illnesses, injuries and death during hot weather:
- Stay in an air-conditioned indoor location as much as you can.
- Drink plenty of fluids even if you don’t feel thirsty.
- Schedule outdoor activities carefully.
- Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen.
- Pace yourself.
- Take cool showers or baths to cool down.
- Check on a friend or neighbor, in particular the elderly and the functional needs community.
- Never leave children or pets in cars.
- Check the local news for health and safety updates.
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