NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The City of New Orleans has announced that, due to dangerously high temperatures, some cooling centers, which were open during the prior week, will remain open on Saturday, July 6, and Sunday, July 7.
According to the National Weather Service, the New Orleans area is experiencing temperatures that, between the heat and humidity, could lead to “feels like” temperatures of 108 to 113 degrees over the weekend. The NWS issued a heat advisory, and additional advisories are likely to follow. Storms may provide some relief from the heat, but temperatures will remain high regardless.
The City of New Orleans has launched an interactive map, aptly titled the NOLA Ready Heat Relief Map, which lists locations with free, indoor air conditioning available to the public. Those who need relief from the heat should check the map for updated information on cooling centers.
Anyone seeking relief during the daytime can visit these locations on Saturday, July 6:
- Joe Brown, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (5601 Read Blvd.)
- Morris FX Jeff, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (2529 General Meyer Ave.)
- Rosenwald Annex, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (1120 S Broad St.)
- Louisiana SPCA, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. (1700 Mardi Gras Blvd.)
- Robert E Smith Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (6301 Canal Blvd.)
- Mid-City Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (4140 Canal St.)
- Nix Library,10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (1401 S Carrollton Ave.)
- Children’s Resource Center Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (913 Napoleon Ave.)
- City Dennis Hubbell Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (725 Pelican Ave.)
- Algiers Regional Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (3014 Holiday Drive)
- Norman Mayer Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (3001 Gentilly Blvd.)
- Alvar Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (913 Alvar St.)
- NO East Regional Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (5641 Read Blvd.)
- MLK Jr Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (1611 Fats Domino Ave.)
- Main Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (219 Loyola Ave.) (Water Provided)
- Central City Library, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (2020 Jackson Ave.) (Water Provided)
Indoor Pools – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Treme Pool, 900 N. Villere St.
- Joe Brown Pool, 5601 Read Blvd.
- Gert Town Pool, 3411 Broadway St.
- Sanchez Center Pool, 1616 Fats Domino Ave.
Outdoor Pools – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Stallings Gentilly Pool, 2700 Lapeyrouse St.
- Lyons Pool, 624 Louisiana Ave.
- Stallings St Claude Pool, 4300 St. Claude Ave.
- Sampson Pool, 3211 Treasure St.
- Whitney Young Pool, 6500 Magazine St.
- St Bernard Pool, 1500 Lafreniere St.
- Rosenwald Pool, 1120 S. Broad St .
Those who are unhoused can visit these locations for overnight heat relief on Saturday:
- Ozanam Inn shelter, 2239 Poydras St.
- The New Orleans Mission shelter, 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.
- Low Barrier Shelter, 1530 Gravier St.
- Salvation Army shelter, 4526 S. Claiborne Ave.
Anyone seeking relief during the daytime on Sunday, July 7, may visit the Rosenwald Annex at 1120 S Broad St., open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Those who are unhoused can visit these locations for overnight heat relief on Sunday:
- Ozanam Inn shelter, 2239 Poydras St.
- The New Orleans Mission shelter, 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.
- Low Barrier Shelter, 1530 Gravier St.
- Salvation Army shelter, 4526 S. Claiborne Ave.
New Orleans officials warn that remaining in these high temperatures can quickly become life-threatening if the proper precautions aren’t taken. They offer these tips to help stay safe.
- Stay indoors in air conditioning during the hottest parts of the day.
- If you must perform outdoor activities, do so early in the morning or late in the evening.
- Wear light, loose-fitting clothing.
- Avoid unnecessary exposure to the sun.
- Be sure to drink plenty of water, and do not wait until you’re thirsty.
- The very young, the elderly and those with chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease, are at a greater risk for heat-related health issues and should take extra precautions to stay cool and hydrated.
- Check on neighbors, children, the elderly and chronically ill to make sure they are okay, especially every hour if power outages occur
Officials also warn about the dangers of leaving pets or children in hot cars, saying “Children and pets should never be left unattended in a vehicle. Even in 70-degree weather, the interior temperature of a vehicle can increase rapidly to over 100 degrees in just 20 minutes. Cracking a window does not help. Leaving a child or pet unattended in a vehicle often leads to a life-threatening emergency. Anyone who sees a child or animal unattended in a vehicle is urged to call 911 immediately.”
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