The downtown Portland Public Library at 5 Monument Square will serve as Portland’s coolng center on Wednesday, July 1 and Thursday, July 2 during its normal hours of 10:00 am – to 6:00 pm.  On Friday,  July 3, the Troubh Ice Arena at 225 Park Avenue will serve as the cooling center from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The City of Portland is activating its cooling center per its cooling center protocol as the National Weather Service has indicated there will be hazardous heat from Wednesday through Friday and Portland is included in an Extreme Heat Watch as heat indices (feels like temps) around 105 – 110 degrees are likely.

In addition to the cooling centers, the City urges people to take advantage of the Deering Oaks Ravine wading pool and dthe several splash pads wound the city.

People are urged to limit outdoor activities, drink plenty of water and wear light colored clothing.  We ask that you check on your elderly neighbors to make sure they are okay and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.