Cooling Centers Open in Princeton as Heat Wave Takes Hold

Princeton, NJ – Cooling sites have opened in Princeton as an Excessive Heat Warning takes effect for much of New Jersey from 11 a.m. Wednesday morning through 6 p.m. Friday evening.

Princeton officials strongly advise residents, especially senior citizens, to take advantage of these cooling stations if needed.

Cooling stations are air conditioned facilities where Princeton residents can find relief from the heat. Free water is accessible at all stations.

The cooling stations are located at:

Wednesday
Monument Hall
Main Meeting Room (old court room)
One Monument Drive
Princeton, NJ 08540
609-924-4141 (Access Princeton)

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Witherspoon Hall

Community Room

400 Witherspoon Hall

Princeton, NJ 08540

609-924-4141 (Access Princeton)

To stay safe and cool during heat advisories and warnings, residents should follow these tips:

• Stay indoors in air-conditioned spaces as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun.
• Dress in loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothes that cover as much skin as possible.
• Familiarize yourself with the medical conditions that can result from over-exposure to heat, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke to help lessen health threats and harm.
• Avoid strenuous work during the warmest part of the day. Use a buddy system when working in extreme heat, and take frequent breaks.
• Never leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles.
• Make sure pets have plenty of water and shade, be careful to not over-exercise them, and keep them indoors when it's extremely hot.

Closely monitor a local radio station, TV station or NOAA Weather Radio for the latest information on excessive heat watches and warnings.

For more information, please contact Access Princeton 609-924-4141.