FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                 CONTACT: Michael Downes
July 26, 2023                 203-484-6000
mdownes@northbranfordct.gov

 NORTH BRANFORD OPENS COOLING STATIONS IN ADVANCE OF SIGNIFICANT HEAT WAVE 

NORTH BRANFORD – The State of Connecticut is activating its Extreme Hot Weather Protocol today from 8:00 a.m. today, Wednesday, July 26, until Sunday, July 30, 8:00 a.m.  Severe heat and humidity are predicted over the next couple of days, with temperatures in the 90s sustained over the next several days. 

 In consideration of the activation of the Protocol and to ensure vulnerable residents have protection available, the Town of North Branford will be opening cooling stations for any residents in need at the following locations: 

 North Branford Town Hall – 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. M-F
909 Foxon Road, North Branford 

Atwater Memorial Library – 24 hours 
1720 Foxon Road, North Branford 

Edward Smith Library – 24 hours 
3 Old Post Road, Northford 

The main entrances at both library locations will remain open after 8:00 p.m. Those needing cooling shelter will be able to access the main entrances, community rooms, and bathrooms at any point during the period.  The Town Hall will be open for shelter only between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

 Residents can also dial 2-1-1 or visit 211ct.org to find additional sheltering locations near them.