Access to Food, Cooling & Charging Sites

Storm Response Active. Cooling sites, device charging locations, and food resources are open across Columbus. Last updated: August 13, 2026, 9:00 a.m.

Remember to call ahead to the location before you go. Hours and availability may change during storm response. Food pantry information is updated in real time at Freshtrak.com.

Device Charging & Cooling Sites

Many neighbors may still be without power. To charge devices, or for a cooling location, please check with local churches and community centers. Columbus Recreation and Parks Community Centers and Columbus Metropolitan Library locations are open to help.

Columbus Recreation & Parks

All open community centers are available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents are welcome to come in, cool off and charge devices.

The customer service team is available at 614-645-3337.

Find the community center nearest you at Columbus Recreation and Parks.

Columbus Metropolitan Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library locations are open to help residents cool off and charge devices. Find branch locations and hours at columbuslibrary.org or call 614-645-2275.

Local Churches and Community Organizations

Many local churches and community organizations are opening their doors to neighbors who need a place to cool off or charge devices. Check with organizations in your neighborhood.

If you need help finding a location near you, call 311 at 614-645-3111.

Check Power Outage Status

AEP Ohio power outage information:
AEP Ohio Outage Map (outagemap.aepohio.com)

Columbus Power outage information:
Columbus Power Outage Map (gis.columbus.gov/PowerOutage)

Food Resources

To find food resources near you, visit Freshtrak.com, which is updated in real time in response to outages.

Remember to call ahead to the location before you go.

For additional statewide food assistance and community resources, visit the Ohio Association of Foodbanks.

Food resources by community area are listed below. Select your area to see locations near you.