Tips to stay cool as temperatures rise, cooling stations open
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Hot summer weather has settled into central North Carolina.
Despite the sweltering, oppressive heat, there are numerous things you can do to to stay cool.
Cooling Tips
If you have to be outside, here are some tips from Wake County Health and Human Services:
- Wear loose, lightweight, light colored clothing
- find shade
- avoid high-energy activities during midday heat
- drink fluids to stay hydrated
The Health and Human Services Regional Centers in Wake County will open for the public starting at noon Wednesday and Thursday. Then Friday they'll open starting at 8:30 a.m. and close at 5:15 p.m. Wake County public libraries will also be open to cool off.
Durham Rescue Mission is also opening their doors for anyone to stay cool and will be sending out crews to search for anyone who needs shelter.
Cumberland County is also reopening its free cooling stations. They will be open at least through Sunday, July 30. Cooling stations include all eight public libraries, Department of Social Services, and Cumberland County Department of Public Health.
