DeKalb County to Open Cooling Centers During Forecasted Excessive Heat

In response to National Weather Service forecasts of heat indices exceeding 100 degrees, DeKalb County is opening cooling centers Thursday, Aug. 29.

For a list of available cooling centers, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather.

DeKalb County recreation centers and libraries will be available as cooling centers during their normal business hours. Water fountains will be accessible at these locations. 

A room in each available recreation center will be designated as a cooling center, and water fountains will be accessible. Recreation center pools will not be open.

The DeKalb County Department of Human Services, located at 30 Warren Street, Atlanta, also will be open to the public as a cooling center Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., during the excessive heat.

Seniors needing assistance can call the Senior Link Line at (770) 322-2950 for an assessment of need.

Persons in DeKalb County who need homelessness assistance or housing services can contact DeKalb County Coordinated Entry by calling (404) 687-3500.

Visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/weather for:

• Information about centers offered by DeKalb County and its community partners.
• Hot weather tips.
• CodeRED emergency notification registration.