News Summary
In response to an intense heat wave, Savannah is providing relief for its residents by opening various community centers, pools, and splash pads. These facilities will offer a safe place to cool off starting Thursday, allowing individuals and families to escape the sweltering heat. The city is also collaborating with local service providers to assist vulnerable populations and is implementing equine safety measures to protect horses from extreme temperatures. Officials remind residents to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activities during peak heat hours.
Savannah is taking decisive steps to protect its residents amid a prolonged heat wave by opening several community centers, pools, and splash pads. These cooling facilities will be accessible on Thursday, July 31, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering a refuge from the sweltering temperatures.
Cooling Facilities Open for Public Use
The city has designated multiple community centers as cooling spots to help residents beat the heat. The following centers will be available:
- Moses Jackson Center: 1410 Richards St.
- Tompkins Regional Center: 2333 Ogeechee Road.
- Windsor Forest Regional Center: 414 Briarcliff Circle.
- W.W. Law Regional Center: 900 E. Bolton St.
- John S. Delaware Regional Center: 1815 Lincoln St.
In addition to community centers, local pools will also be open for residents to cool off, with the following hours:
- Bowles C. Ford: 1900 Stiles Ave. – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Daffin: 1301 E. Victory Dr. – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- W.W. Law: 900 E. Bolton St. – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Tompkins: 2333 Ogeechee Road – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Moreover, several splash pads will be available for families and individuals looking for alternate ways to stay cool. The splash pads will operate from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the following sites:
- Hudson Hill: 2227 Hudson St.
- Hull Park: 55th and Atlantic Ave.
- Crusader Park: 81 Coffee Bluff Villa Rd.
- Forrest Hills: Skidaway and Berkshire Rd.
- Avondale Park: Texas and Ohio Ave.
- Victory Heights Park: E 42nd St and Taskin Ave.
- Savannah Gardens: 516 Pennsylvania Ave.
- Forsyth Park: 10 Whitaker St.
- Tatemville: 333 Coleman St.
- Montgomery Crossroads: 401 W. Montgomery Crossroads.
Support for Vulnerable Populations
To ensure the safety of vulnerable populations, the city is collaborating with local homeless service providers as cooling centers. These partners include:
- Union Mission: 120 Fahm St., open from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
- Salvation Army: 3100 Montgomery St., open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Come As You Are: 1900 Pennsylvania Ave., open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- CSAH Outreach Team: Available from 8:30 AM to 9 p.m., with assistance provided by calling 912-784-1794.
Equine Safety Measures
The city is also enforcing equine heat safety ordinances to protect horses and their drivers from the extreme temperatures. Horse-drawn carriages are prohibited from operating on city streets when the heat index exceeds 110°F or when actual temperatures reach 95°F. All local horse carriage tour businesses have been reminded of these safety regulations to ensure compliance.
Health Advisories
Officials urge residents to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous outdoor activities during peak heat hours. Heat-related illnesses can escalate rapidly under extreme conditions, making it vital for individuals, especially the elderly and those with underlying health issues, to take necessary precautions.
As Savannah opens its doors to community resources aimed at combatting the heat, residents are encouraged to utilize these facilities for their safety and well-being.
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Additional Resources
- Pique News Magazine: Heat Wave Scorches Southeast US
- Wikipedia: Heat Wave
- KTAR: Record-Breaking Heat Wave
- Google Search: Heat Wave Relief
- WBBJ TV: Nonprofit Aid for Homeless During Heat
- Google Scholar: Heat Wave Effects
- Savannah Now: Keeping Your Home Cool
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Heat Waves
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