Important Information from Orange County
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The extreme heat watch for Orange County and surrounding areas has been upgraded to an extreme heat warning through Wednesday, June 25 (heat index values up to 115 expected).
Orange County will activate cooling centers at the following locations and times:
- Southern Branch Library (203 S. Greensboro St., Carrboro, 27510)
- 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday
- 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesday
- RENA Community Center (101 Edgar St., Chapel Hill, 27516)
- 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday
- Orange County Main Library is not a cooling center due to a broken chiller motor.
In addition to these cooling centers, Carrboro will have the following resources available to the community:
- Misting Tents (Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St., Carrboro, 27510)
- Bottled Water Available
- Carrboro Fire Department (301 W. Main St., Carrboro, 27510)
- Carrboro Police Department (100 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro, 27510)
In addition to these cooling centers, Hillsborough will have the following resources available to the community:
- Orange County Social Services (Hillsborough Commons, 113 Mayo St., Hillsborough, 27278)
- Passmore Center (103 Meadowlands Dr., Hillsborough, 27278)
- Weaver Street Market (228 S. Churton St., Hillsborough, 27278)
- Hillsborough Courthouse (1067 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, 27278)
Orange County has compiled a list of resources at orangecountync.gov/heat for people to use during dangerous hot weather events.
Heat Safety Reminders
- Limit time spent outdoors during peak hours (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and take breaks
- Stay hydrated with water or electrolyte drinks
- Wear light, breathable clothing
- Never leave people or pets in hot cars
- Be alert for symptoms of heat-related illness:
- Mild: headache, heavy sweating, muscle cramps
- Severe: confusion, dizziness, fainting — seek medical attention immediately
For more help for people living unsheltered, contact SOHRAD at 919-886-3351, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, noon-9 p.m.
For general information call 919-245-2302.