Heat Advisory: Northern Litchfield; Southern Berkshire; Bennington

Affected area: Northern Litchfield; Southern Berkshire; Bennington

Severity: Moderate · Effective: July 14, 2026 1:41 am · Expires: July 14, 2026 3:00 pm

* WHAT…Heat index values up to 103 expected.

* WHERE…In Connecticut, Northern Litchfield County. In
Massachusetts, Southern Berkshire County. In Vermont, Bennington
County.

* WHEN…From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

Precautionary / preparedness actions

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Source: NWS Albany NY (U.S. National Weather Service). Always follow official guidance. weather.gov