WESTPORT — A blast of Arctic air, whipping through the region on gusts of icy wind, has prompted officials to open local warming centers as the state’s “cold weather protocol” has been activated for the second time in two weeks.

With daytime high temperatures forecast to stay below the freezing mark over the next few days, and plunging to single digits overnight, Gov. Ned Lamont has activated a statewide response through noon Thursday.

People looking for assistance or emergency accommodations should call “211” or  check Connecticut’s 211 website that provides a list of resources, such as transportation to a shelter or warming center.

In Westport, people who need assistance also can contact the town’s Department of Human Services at 203-341-1050 during regular office hours, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Local warming centers also are available at the following locations:

Westport Center for Senior Activities: 21 Imperial Ave. — Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Westport Library: 20 Jesup Road — Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Westport Museum for History and Culture: 25 Avery Place — Tuesday to Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Westport-Weston Family YMCA: 14 Alan Raymond Lane — Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

MoCA CT: 19 Newtown Turnpike — Thursday, noon-7 p.m.; Friday to Sunday, noon-4 p.m.