The heat’s been turned up here in Franklin County.
Remember that you can beat the heat and keep those around you safe by:
- Staying hydrated.
- Limiting outdoor activities.
- Limiting heat exposure to pregnant individuals.
- Checking on your neighbors (especially older adults).
- Keeping your pets indoors.
- Checking yourself for symptoms of heat illness
There are multiple locations in Franklin County where you can go to stay cool, including:
- All 23 Columbus Metropolitan Library locations, which will be open until 8 p.m.
- The City of Columbus Community Centers, Pools, Spraygrounds and Fountains.
- LifeCare Alliance is offering free box fans while supplies last; information about the next distribution.
For more information, the National Weather Service offers Heat Safety Tips and Resources.