As Savannah braces for another scorching day, with heat index values expected to soar to 110 degrees, the city is stepping up efforts to help residents stay cool and safe. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory, effective from noon to 6 p.m. today, marking the 14th day of extreme heat this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In response, the City of Savannah, in collaboration with various partner agencies, has opened several community centers, pools, splashpads, and libraries as cooling centers. These facilities provide a much-needed respite from the oppressive heat, offering residents and visitors a safe and air-conditioned environment during the hottest parts of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Officials are urging everyone to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and check on vulnerable neighbors and relatives. The city has also reminded residents to never leave young children or pets unattended in vehicles, as temperatures inside cars can quickly become life-threatening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For those working or spending time outdoors, precautions such as rescheduling strenuous activities to early morning or evening hours, and wearing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing are recommended. The city’s 100% Savannah Plan, a commitment to renewable energy and environmental protection, underscores the broader efforts to improve community health and well-being in the face of such extreme weather conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By The Numbers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cooling Centers:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All City Community Centers and pools are open as follows for Monday, Aug. 12:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Community Centers:<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tompkins Regional Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2333 Ogeechee Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Windsor Forest Regional Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 414 Briarcliff Circle<\/p>\n\n\n\n 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n W.W. Law Regional Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 900 E. Bolton St.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n City pool hours:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1900 Stiles Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Daffin<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1301 E. Victory Dr.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n W.W. Law<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 900 E. Bolton St.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tompkins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2333 Ogeechee Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n City splashpads:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hudson Hill<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2227 Hudson St.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hull Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 55th<\/sup> and Atlantic Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crusader Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 81 Coffee Bluff Villa Rd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Forrest Hills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Skidaway and Berkshire Rd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avondale Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Texas and Ohio Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Victory Heights Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n E 42nd<\/sup> St and Taskin Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Savannah Gardens<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 516 Pennsylvania Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Forsyth Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 Whitaker St.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Oak Libraries:<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n All locations<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Homeless Service Provider Partners to serve persons experiencing homelessness: <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Union Mission<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 120 Fahm St.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Salvation Army<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 3100 Montgomery St.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Old Savannah City Mission<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2414 Bull St.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Come as You are Deliverance Ministry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 4429 Skidaway Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In Context<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The City of Savannah\u2019s response to extreme heat is part of a broader initiative under the 100% Savannah Plan, adopted in March 2020. This plan aims to transition the city to 100% renewable energy, promoting sustainable practices that protect the environment and enhance public health. With climate change contributing to increasingly frequent and severe heatwaves, Savannah’s proactive measures, including the opening of cooling centers, reflect the city’s commitment to safeguarding its residents. The emphasis on community health during these extreme weather events is crucial as Savannah and other cities in Georgia continue to face the challenges of a warming climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n News You Can Use<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Residents and visitors can take the following steps to stay safe during the heat advisory:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Sources<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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