'Catastrophic' Air Conditioning Failure Shuts Ocean County Library

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The main branch of the Ocean County Library in Toms River is temporarily closed after what library officials said was a "catastrophic failure" of its HVAC system.

Repairs to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system are anticipated to take until Tuesday to complete, and the library is anticipated to reopen the main branch on Wednesday, officials said.

"In the event of a delay in reopening the building, there will be updates available on our website and via social media," library officials said.

Library materials that are being held for customers will be held through Monday, July 17.

Books can be returned to the Toms River book drop or any other library branch throughout Ocean County.

The Ocean County Library system has a number of resources available and accessible online, including databases, eBooks, eMagazines, video and audio streams and digital classes. Check the library's website at www.theoceancountylibrary.org for additional information.