Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 3:40PM EDT until July 4 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112. * WHERE...In Connecticut, Northern New London, Southern Middlesex, and Southern New London Counties. In New York, Northeast Suffolk, Northern Nassau, Northwest Suffolk, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Nassau, and Southwest Suffolk Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 2:29PM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112. * WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, majority of Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Air Quality Alert issued July 2 at 1:52AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has issued an Air Quality Alert Day for Ground Level Ozone, from 11 AM this morning to 11 PM EDT this evening. An Air Quality Alert day means that Ground Level Ozone concentrations within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For additional information, please visit the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management website at: https://dem.ri.gov/

West Thompson Lake Campground

From Recreation.gov

The West Thompson Lake Campground is not currently accepting reservations for the 2026 season due to extensive maintenance repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will post updates as soon as they become available.