High Temperatures Continue Through Early Next Week

August 16, 2019

Several Locations in Baltimore County Provide an Oasis During These "Dog Days of Summer"

The Labor Day weekend is just two weeks away, but the dog days of summer are hanging on tightly. Temperatures above 90 degrees with a heat index of 100 and higher, are projected through early next week, but there are many places in Baltimore County to go to stay cool and safe from the intense temperatures.

Nineteen convenient branches of the Baltimore County Public Library are open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Residents can cool off while reading a book or enjoying scheduled events at a branch in their community. Visit the Baltimore County Public Library website or call 410-887-6100 to get more information on the library branch nearest you.

Baltimore County Senior Centers are also open to everyone, regardless of age. Most locations are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents who visit these locations to get relief from the heat can watch TV, read a book or sit and relax. Visit the Department of Aging website for information on the 20 Senior Centers throughout the County or call the Senior Center Information and Assistance Line at 410-887-2594.

Other Cool Locations

These public cooling centers, with plenty of water and available restrooms, offer an oasis during these hot days. Other places you can go to seek relief from the heat in Baltimore County include:

  • Community Centers
  • Churches
  • Malls
  • Movie Theaters
  • Museums
  • Restaurants
  • Or, the home of a neighbor, relative, or friend with air conditioning

"From libraries and senior centers to churches, movie theaters and malls, there is a place in every community where our residents can get relief from the heat, and everyone without air conditioning is urged to use them," said Dr. Gregory Wm. Branch, Director of Health and Human Services.

Hot Weather Tips

Keep yourself and your family healthy and safe in the summer heat by adhering to the following hot weather tips:

  • Never leave a child or pet in an unattended car!
  • Check on elderly or chronically ill family members, friends and neighbors.
  • Stay hydrated with water or fruit juices. Also, provide your pet with plenty of water and proper shelter.
  • Limit outdoor activity when the temperatures and humidity are extremely high.
  • Use sunscreen and reapply often when spending time outdoors.
  • Wear loose-fitting clothing, a hat and sunglasses when outdoors.
  • Visit a cooling center in Baltimore County or consider visiting family, friends or an air-conditioned public building.
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