The Department of Emergency Services, in partnership with Lifestyles of Maryland, would like to announce that the cooling stations listed below will be available to the public starting Saturday, July 18 throughout the duration of the heat advisory from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Cooling Stations:
• Willing Helper’s Hall
1002 Washington Avenue, La Plata
Bottled waters, and an oscillating misting fan
• New Hope COG
4200 Old Washington Road, Waldorf
Bottled waters, and an oscillating misting fan
• Waldorf West Library
10405 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf
Bottled waters, and an oscillating misting fan
• Village Green
100 Walters Thomas Road, Indian Head
Bottled waters, and an oscillating misting fan
• Mt. Hope Church
8705 Gilroy Road, Nanjemoy
Bottled waters
Pool:
• La Plata High School Outdoor Pool
6035 Radio Station Road, La Plata
- Monday, and Wednesday, Noon – 7 p.m.
- Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, Noon – 8 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday, Noon– 6 p.m.
Face masks/coverings are required, and social distancing observed when visiting a cooling station. These protocols are essential to mitigate the impact of coronavirus and protect the public and our employees’ health.
To avoid heat-related issues, take additional precautions if you work or spend time outside during extreme heat. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water. Visit https://bit.ly/2ZCYlqn for the latest list of cooling stations and operating schedule.
Citizens should call 9-1-1 in the event of any emergency, heat-related or otherwise.