The National Weather Service has placed the entire State of Connecticut under a red flag warning for severe fire danger risk.The outdoor burning ban for Manchester will remain in effect, as the long range forecast is for warm and dry conditions.
Town buildings available during regular hours for anyone needing respite:
Weiss Center (479 Main St.) | Open Monday thru Friday 8AM – 4:30PM
Senior Center (549 Middle Turnpike E.) | Open Monday thru Friday 8AM – 4:30PM
Mary Cheney Library (586 Main St.) | Open Monday thru Thursday 9AM - 9PM, Friday & Saturday 9AM-5PM, (Mary Cheney Library will also be open on Sundays from 1PM - 5PM until March 24, 2024)
Whiton Branch Library (100 N. Main St.) | Open Monday thru Thursday 10AM - 8:30PM, Friday 9AM- 5PM (Whiton Library will also be open on Saturdays from 9AM - 5PM beginning January 6, 2024 until March 30, 2024)
Manchester Police Dept. Lobby (239 Middle Turnpike E.) - Open 24/7
Resources for individuals who are at risk from the cold or unhoused and in need of assistance:
MPD Non-Emergency Line: 860-645-5500
2-1-1 & 2-1-1 Warming Centers
MACC Charities
Homelessness Resources
Additional Resources: