Heat index values are expected to be elevated on Thursday, July 2, and Friday, July 3.
The Regional Cooling Center at the Highland Center for the Arts in Greensboro will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday (July 2 and July 3). Pets are allowed at this site.
The Jeudevine Memorial Library will be open during its regular hours on Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will be closed on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the July 4 holiday.
The Jeudevine Memorial Library offers:
• Air conditioning
• Comfortable seating
• Welcoming environment
Location:
Jeudevine Memorial Library
93 North Main Street
Hardwick, VT 05843
Questions?
Jeudevine Memorial Library: 802-472-5948
Karl Stein, Greensboro Town Health Officer: 802-424-7721
Those most at risk during high heat include:
• Older adults
• Infants and young children
• People with chronic health conditions
• Anyone without air conditioning
• Outdoor workers and others exposed to the heat
Know the signs of heat stroke. Call 911 immediately if someone experiences:
• Body temperature above 103°F
• Hot, red, dry, or damp skin
• Rapid, strong pulse
• Dizziness, confusion, nausea, or loss of consciousness
Please check on your neighbors, especially those who may not have access to air conditioning or other cooling options. Even a few hours in an air-conditioned space can help your body recover from extreme heat. Please don’t hesitate to use these resources if you need them.
