Due to the high temperatures expected this week into the weekend, St. Mary’s County Government is announcing the availability of cooling centers for the public.
WHAT – For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105 expected. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 110 expected.
WHERE – Portions of central, Northeast and Southern Maryland, The District of Columbia and central, Northern and Northwest Virginia.
WHEN – For the first Heat Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
IMPACTS – Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.
Residents who need to take refuge in a cool place can go to one of the following locations:
Monday July 8 – Friday July 12
| Charlotte Hall Library
37600 New Market Road, Charlotte Hall 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday
Garvey Senior Activity Center 23630 Hayden Farm Lane, Leonardtown 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Monday-Friday
Leonardtown Library 23600 Hayden Farm Lane, Leonardtown 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday
Lexington Park Library 21677 FDR Blvd, Lexington Park 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday |
Loffler Senior Activity Center
21905 Chancellor’s Run Road, Great Mills 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Monday-Friday
Northern Senior Activity Center 29655 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Monday-Friday
Three Oaks Center 46905 Lei Drive, Lexington Park 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Monday-Friday |
Saturday, July 13 & Sunday, July 14
| Charlotte Hall Library
37600 New Market Road, Charlotte Hall 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday
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Lexington Park Library
21677 FDR Blvd, Lexington Park 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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| Leonardtown Library
23600 Hayden Farm Lane, Leonardtown 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Sunday |
The highest temperatures of the week are expected to be 106 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to take frequent breaks if you are working outside and to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Visit ready.gov/heat for tips on staying safe during extreme temperatures.
Always remember to check on your neighbors and loved ones, especially if they are elderly or have functional needs.
Visit https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/em for more information on preparedness.
