City of Savannah Offers Cooling Stations Amid High Temperatures
In response to the soaring temperatures predicted for Sunday, the City of Savannah, Georgia, is activating several facilities as cooling centers for residents. Community centers, public pools, and splashpads citywide will be operating on extended hours to offer relief from the heat.
Facility Details and Operational Hours
The W.W. Law Regional Center located at 900 E. Bolton Street will be available from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. City pools such as Daffin at 1301 E. Victory Drive and Tompkins at 2333 Ogeechee Road will be open from 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
In addition, the following city splashpads will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.:
- 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.
Additional Support for Homeless Citizens
Savannah has also coordinated with Homeless Service Provider Partners, Union Mission and Old Savannah City Mission, to provide cooling spaces for persons experiencing homelessness. Union Mission will be operational from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Old Savannah City Mission from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. They are located at 120 Fahm St. and 2414 Bull St., respectively.
Safeguarding Our Equine Friends
The city is also implementing its heat safety ordinances for horses. When the heat index exceeds 110 degrees or if the actual temperature hits 95 degrees, horse-drawn carriages are prohibited from operating on city streets. In such cases, horses will be kept at their stands or returned to their stables. Savannah officials have sent reminders of these rules to all local horse carriage tour businesses.
The City of Savannah encourages its citizens to ensure their own safety and comfort by utilizing these facilities and staying hydrated during the hot weather.
