City of Savannah Offers Cooling Relief Amidst Rising Temperatures
In anticipation of the scorching temperatures forecasted for Sunday, the City of Savannah in Georgia has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety and comfort of its residents. The city officials have made public their plans to make city-wide community centers, swimming pools, and splash pads available to the public to provide much-needed respite from the heat.
Offerings at Community Centers, Pools, and Splashpads
The community centers prepared for public use include the W.W. Law Regional Center situated at 900 E. Bolton Street, which will be open from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Additionally, there are a vast array of city pools and splash pads available to the public.
Swimming pools at Daffin, located at 1301 E. Victory Dr., and Tompkins on 2333 Ogeechee Road will operate between the hours of 1:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Various city splash pads will also be open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., with locations at Hudson Hill, Hull Park, Crusader Park, Forrest Hills, Avondale Park, Victory Heights Park, Savannah Gardens, and the ever-popular Forsyth Park.
Provisions for the Homeless
In a commendable effort to protect vulnerable populations, the city is collaborating with Homeless Service Provider Partners to ensure that people experiencing homelessness can also find respite from the sweltering heat. The Union Mission on 120 Fahm Street and the Old Savannah City Mission at 2414 Bull Street will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., respectively.
Equine Safety Measures
The city of Savannah is not just concerned for its human residents; it also takes animal welfare into account. An enforced equine heat safety ordinance prevents horse-drawn carriages from operating on city streets when the heat index exceeds 110 degrees, or the actual temperature reaches 95 degrees. Consequently, the horses will be kept at their stands or returned to their stables. The city of Savannah has sent out official reminders to all local horse carriage tour businesses to adhere to these rules during this period of extreme heat.
Public Safety First
These measures underscore the City of Savannah’s concern for public health and safety, going the extra mile to ensure that every Savannah resident has the necessary resources to beat the heat. Stay safe and remember to make use of these public facilities if necessary.
