City Of Fairfax: Weather Alert: High Heat This Week; Sherwood Center Serves As Cooling Center

Press release from the City of Fairfax :

08/09/2021

The National Weather Service has forecast high heat temperatures in the region: Heat index values of 100ºF to 105ºF are possible during the afternoon hours this week. Additionally, isolated severe storms along with isolated instances of flash flooding are possible during the afternoon and evening hours.

The Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Old Lee Highway, will be open as a cooling center from 1 - 6 p.m. Aug. 10-13. Please remember to implement appropriate health guidelines (social distancing and mask-wearing) as appropriate.

The Heat Index is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored in with the actual air temperature. As an example, if the air temperature is 96°F and the relative humidity is 65 percent, the heat index — how hot it feels — is 121°F.

Remember: many public buildings, including libraries and community centers, can serve as cooling centers. Be sure to check the facility website or call the facility to confirm access and hours.

A few tips from the National Weather Service:

This press release was produced by the City of Fairfax. The views expressed here are the author’s own.