The extreme heat watch for Orange County and surrounding areas has been upgraded to an extreme heat warning from 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25 (heat index values up to 115 expected).
Orange County will activate cooling centers at the following locations and times:
- Southern Branch Library (203 S. Greensboro St., Carrboro, 27510)
- 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday
- 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesday
- RENA Community Center (101 Edgar St., Chapel Hill, 27516)
- 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday
- Orange County Main Library is not a cooling center due to a broken chiller motor
In addition to these cooling centers, Carrboro will have the following resources available to the community:
- Misting Tents (Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St., Carrboro, 27510)
- Bottled Water Available
- Carrboro Fire Department (301 W. Main St., Carrboro, 27510)
- Carrboro Police Department (100 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro, 27510)
In addition to these cooling centers, Hillsborough will have the following resources available to the community:
- Orange County Social Services (Hillsborough Commons, 113 Mayo St., Hillsborough, 27278)
- Passmore Center (103 Meadowlands Dr., Hillsborough, 27278)
- Weaver Street Market (228 S. Churton St., Hillsborough, 27278)
- Hillsborough Courthouse (1067 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, 27278)
Orange County has compiled a list of resources at orangecountync.gov/heat for people to use during dangerous hot weather events.
Heat Safety Reminders
- Limit time spent outdoors during peak hours (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and take breaks
- Stay hydrated with water or electrolyte drinks
- Wear light, breathable clothing
- Never leave people or pets in hot cars
- Be alert for symptoms of heat-related illness:
- Mild: headache, heavy sweating, muscle cramps
- Severe: confusion, dizziness, fainting — seek medical attention immediately
For more help for people living unsheltered, contact SOHRAD at 919-886-3351, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, noon-9 p.m.
For general information call 919-245-2302.