DeKalb County Opens Cooling Centers in Response to Excessive Heat Forecast

July 15, 2024
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In anticipation of National Weather Service predictions of heat indices surpassing 100 degrees, DeKalb County will open cooling centers on Tuesday, July 16.

Residents can access a list of available cooling centers by visiting www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather. DeKalb County’s recreation centers and libraries will function as cooling centers during their regular business hours, offering accessible water fountains. Additionally, each recreation center will have a designated cooling room, and pools will be open to the public free of charge from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The DeKalb County Department of Human Services, located at 30 Warren Street, Atlanta, will also serve as a cooling center from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday.

Seniors in need of assistance can contact the Senior Link Line at (770) 322-2950. For homelessness assistance or housing services, residents can reach out to DeKalb County Coordinated Entry at (404) 687-3500.

For more information about cooling centers, hot weather tips, and emergency notifications, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather.

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In anticipation of National Weather Service predictions of heat indices surpassing 100 degrees, DeKalb County will open cooling centers on Tuesday, July 16.
Thom Chandler

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