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Chesapeake cooling centers available

Posted at 2:17 PM, Jul 24, 2012
and last updated 2012-07-24 14:17:20-04

Chesapeake has announced available cooling centers due to the heat advisory today. 

In response to the National Weather Service’s issuance of a Heat Advisory for today, July 24, 2012, the city of Chesapeake reminds residents needing a place to find cooling that the following facilities are available: 

All City Library Branches                Open today until 8:00 p.m. 

All City Community Centers         Open today until 8:00 p.m. 

The above facilities provide air conditioning and water (drinking fountains); however, no additional special services are provided.

Residents with heat-related medical concerns should contact their family physician or, in the case of emergency, dial 9-1-1 for assistance. 

Residents with questions may call the Customer Contact Center at 757-382-CITY during the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.