The State of Connecticut is under Extreme Fire Danger and Stage 2 Drought Advisory.The outdoor burning ban for Manchester will remain in effect. We ask all consumers to be mindful of any unnecessary water usage in order to protect our water supplies for essential drinking and fire-fighting purposes.
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 8:30AM – 4:30PM
Mary Cheney Library (586 Main St.) | Open Monday thru Thursday 9AM - 9PM, Friday & Saturday 9AM - 5PM
Manchester Police Department Lobby is available 24/7 as a cooling area for residents.
Whiton Branch Library (100 North Main St.) | Open Monday thru Thursday 10AM - 8:30PM, Friday 9AM - 5PM
Resources for individuals who are at risk from the heat or unhoused and in need of assistance:
MPD Non-Emergency Line: 860-645-5500
2-1-1 & 2-1-1 Cooling Centers
MACC Charities
Homelessness Resources
Additional Resources: