Newtown Police to Check Up on Elderly During the Summer

NEWTOWN SQUARE–As the temperatures continue to increase, and with a that the area just saw, the weather appears to be on a mission to.

And Mother Nature doesn't appear to be relenting anytime soon. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), by Thursday, the temperature will go up to around 87 degrees and continue to stay around that number through the weekend.

The have acknowledged the recent heat wave and  announced they will be taking precautionary measures during these hot months ahead.

"...We need to turn our thoughts to helping our elderly or disabled friends and neighbors," stated Sgt. Chris Lunn in an email. "Each year in the United States, there are hundreds of deaths attributed to excessive natural heat. Many others suffer from heat-related illnesses."

According to Lunn, many of these deaths occur to the elderly because "they are unable or unwilling to properly ventilate their homes during periods of excessive heat."

Newtown police are requesting the community to alert them of any neighbors and residents who many need of any assistance, especially during periods of excessive heat. Lunn said this is not just limited to elderly or disabled residents but as well as for those who live alone or may have trouble getting around.

"We ask that you look around your neighborhoods and contact us with names, addresses and phone numbers (or as much information as you can provide) of anyone who you feel could need assistance," said Lunn.

Newtown police are currently in the process of putting together a list. Please contact the police department at (610) 356-0602.

The county also has its own heat plan. Fore mor information on the plan, click .