City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates
- Heat advisory in effect 11:00am to 7:00pm; heat index up to 110 degrees, high humidity increases risk of heat-related illness.
- OSHA recommends frequent rest breaks in shade or air conditioning; hydrate one cup every 20 minutes; avoid alcohol and energy drinks.
- Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool, shaded location; heat stroke is an emergency; call 911.
- Cooling Centers open 11:00am to 6:00pm at Eastside Center and Grant Center Gym.
- Free pools open 1:00pm to 5:00pm; splash pads operate daytime; partner site Union Mission Resource Center and transport at 912-803-2994.
Cooling Facilities Openings Extend Through Saturday Amid Extreme Heat
SAVANNAH – The City of Savannah is opening cooling facilities due to extreme heat expected Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026.
What’s Happening:
- Heat advisory in effect 11:00am – 7:00pm, Friday, July 10, 2026 (Similar conditions expected Saturday, though official advisory has not been issued as of time of this release)
- Heat index values up to 110 degrees expected
- Coastal Bryan, Coastal Liberty, Coastal McIntosh, Chatham Counties
- Elevated temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illnesses.
What to Do:
To reduce risk during outdoor work/activities, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Hydrate before, during, and after work. Drink 1 cup of cool water every 20 minutes – even if not thirsty. Avoid energy drinks and alcohol. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency. Call 911!
- Additional precautionary/preparedness actions:
- Drink plenty of fluids, refrain from direct exposure to the sun, and tend to relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and when to call 911.
Where to Go:
Cooling Centers: The following are open 11:00am – 6:00pm Friday and Saturday
- Eastside Center – 599 Goebel Avenue
- Grant Center Gym – 1310 Richards Street
Splash Pads: Open 9:00am – 8:00pm (Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm)
- Avondale Park – 2117 Alabama Avenue
- Ben Van Clark Park – 1202 E. Park Avenue
- Crusader Community Center – 81 Coffee Bluff Villa Road
- Hudson Hill Community Center – 202 W. Lathrop Avenue
- Forest Hills Park – 4901 Skidaway Road
- Forsyth Park – 1 W. Gaston Street
- Tatemville Community Center – 333 Coleman Street
- Victory Heights Park – E. 41st Street
Pools: Free and Open 1:00pm – 5:00pm Friday and Saturday
- Bowles Ford – 1900 Stiles Avenue
- WW Law – 900 E. Bolton
- Daffin Pool – 1301 E. Victory Drive
- Jenkins Pool – 1800 E. DeRenne Avenue
- Tompkins Center – 2333 Ogeechee Road
Partner Facilities:
- Union Mission Resource Center – 702 Oglethorpe Avenue – 8:30am – 4:00pm
- The Salvation Army – 3100 Montgomery Street – 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Come As You Are Deliverance Center – 1901 Pennsylvania Avenue – 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Homeless Authority will be available to transport – Call 912-803-2994
The City of Savannah will continue to assess the need for cooling resources and issue updates as they become necessary and available.
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