Cooling Locations Available In Summit As Heat Advisory Goes Into Effect

SUMMIT, NJ — Summit officials are reminding residents that several public buildings are available as cooling locations while a heat advisory remains in effect through 8 p.m. Friday.

According to city officials, heat index values could reach as high as 100 degrees during the advisory period.

Residents seeking relief from the heat can visit the following locations:

City Hall, 512 Springfield Ave.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Summit Community Center, 100 Morris Ave.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Summit Free Public Library, 75 Maple St.
Thursday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Officials are encouraging residents to take precautions during the hot weather, especially those who work outdoors or spend extended periods outside.

The city recommends drinking plenty of fluids, taking frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas, and learning the warning signs of heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Residents are also encouraged to check on family members, friends, neighbors, and others who may not have access to air conditioning or who spend much of their time alone.

Officials also reminded the public never to leave children or pets unattended inside vehicles, noting that temperatures inside a parked car can rise rapidly and become dangerous within minutes.

Additional heat safety information is available through the City of Summit.