Columbus Recreation and Parks To Open Certain Centers Early Wednesday to Continue To Help Neighborhoods Beat the Heat
Columbus Recreation and Parks
will continue to provide regular activities at community centers to give
residents a place to cool off during Wednesday’s forecasted extreme heat. Five
community centers will be open early beginning at 9 a.m.
- Barnett
Community Center, 1184 Barnett Rd. Columbus, OH 43227
- Beatty
Community Center, 247 N. Ohio Ave. Columbus, OH 43203
- Marion
Franklin Community Center, 2801 Lockbourne Rd. Columbus, OH 43207
- Westgate
Community Center, 455 S. Westgate Ave. Columbus, OH 43204
- Whetstone
Community Center, 3923 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43214
All other community
centers will be open regular hours
Seniors in need
of fans should contact LifeCare Alliance at 614-278-3130.
Columbus Public
Health reminds residents of ways to stay healthy and safe in hot weather:
· Drink
plenty of water – do not wait until you are thirsty.
· Stay
inside in air conditioning whenever possible. If you do not have an air
conditioner, use movie theatres, malls, libraries and other public places that
are cool.
· Avoid
beverages with alcohol, caffeine and sugar because they will dehydrate you.
· Eat
light meals.
· Wear
lightweight, light colored clothing and a hat.
· Stay
in the shade.
· Limit
your outdoor activity to morning and evening hours.