Guilford County is reminding residents to take precautions during periods of extreme heat to reduce the risk of heat-related illness, injury and death.
Extreme heat events occur when temperatures remain significantly above average for several consecutive days. Children, older adults, and individuals with underlying health conditions are especially vulnerable to heat-related illnesses.
Guilford County Emergency Services encourages residents to stay hydrated, seek air-conditioned environments, limit outdoor activity during the hottest parts of the day, and never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles. Residents are also encouraged to check on elderly neighbors, family members, and others who may be at greater risk during periods of high heat and humidity.
Heat exhaustion symptoms may include headache, dizziness, nausea, excessive sweating and muscle cramps. Individuals experiencing these symptoms should move to a cool location, drink water and seek relief from the heat.
Heat strokes are life-threatening emergencies that can cause confusion, loss of consciousness, a body temperature above 103 degrees and hot, dry skin. Anyone showing signs of heat stroke should call 911 immediately.
Residents are encouraged to sign up for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Heat Health Alert System to receive email notifications when local heat index levels are forecast to reach unhealthy levels. Residents can register to receive alerts in English and Spanish by using the link below.
To help residents stay safe during extreme heat, the Guilford County Continuum of Care has compiled a list of daytime cooling stations available throughout the county.
Greensboro Cooling Stations:
Glenwood Together
Address: 1310 Glenwood Ave., Greensboro
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 12 to 5 p.m.
Interactive Resource Center (IRC)
Address: 407 E. Washington St., Greensboro
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tiny House Community Development HOPE Center
Address: 360 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
High Point Cooling Stations:
Oakwood Day Center
Address: 2018 W. Green Dr., High Point
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Open Door Ministries
Address: 400 N. Centennial St., High Point
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m.
Salvation Army of High Point
Address: 301 W. Green Dr., High Point
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 5 p.m.
Triad Health Project
Address: 501 W. Westwood Ave., High Point
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Residents can find updated cooling station information and hours of operation at GuilfordCountyNC.gov/CoolingStations.
Please note Guilford County is not operating these cooling centers. The county is sharing this information from partner organizations.