DeKalb County to open cooling centers July 9, excessive heat expected

DECATUR, GA– Tuesday, July 9, is expected to be a scorcher in the metro Atlanta area. In response to National Weather Service forecasts of temperatures exceeding 100 degrees, DeKalb County is opening cooling centers for those who need a place to cool off.

For a list of available cooling centers, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather.

DeKalb County recreation centers and libraries will be available as cooling centers during the locations’ normal business hours. Water fountains will be accessible at recreation centers and libraries.

A room in each available recreation center will be designated as a cooling center and water fountains will be accessible. During cooling center activations, recreation center pools will be free to the public from 2 to 6 p.m.

The DeKalb County Department of Human Services, located at 30 Warren Street, Atlanta, also will be open to the public as a cooling center on Tuesday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., during the excessive heat.

Seniors needing assistance can call the Senior Link Line at 770-322-2950 for an assessment of need.

Persons in DeKalb County who need homelessness assistance or housing services can contact DeKalb County Coordinated Entry by calling 404-687-3500.

Visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather for:

• Information about centers offered by DeKalb County and its community partners.
• Hot weather tips.
• CodeRED emergency notification registration.