Eastern Shore, Md. – As heat index values climb above 110 degrees across Maryland’s Eastern Shore, county officials have opened a series of cooling centers to help residents find relief from the dangerous temperatures. Public buildings in Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, and Queen Anne’s counties are serving as designated cooling centers this week. These locations are open to the public and provide air-conditioned space, water, and a place to get out of the heat. The centers are intended for anyone lacking access to safe indoor conditions during the heat advisory.
Wicomico County:
- Wicomico Civic Center
500 Glen Avenue, Salisbury - MAC Inc. Senior Center
909 Progress Circle, Salisbury
(Available for residents age 55 and older)
Worcester County:
Officials have opened the following locations:
- Pocomoke Branch Library
301 Market Street, Pocomoke City - Snow Hill Library
307 North Washington Street, Snow Hill - Berlin Library
13 Harrison Avenue, Berlin - Ocean City Library
10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City - Worcester County Recreation Center
6030 Public Landing Road, Snow Hill
Somerset County:
- Princess Anne Library
11767 Beechwood Street, Princess Anne - Crisfield Library
100 Collins Street, Crisfield
Queen Anne’s County:
- Sudlersville Senior Center
605 Foxxtown Road, Sudlersville - Grasonville Senior Center
4802 Main Street, Grasonville - Kent Island Senior Center
891 Love Point Road, Stevensville - Centreville Library
121 Commerce Street, Centreville - Kent Island Library
200 Library Circle, Stevensville
Residents in need of assistance can dial 2-1-1 Maryland, the statewide helpline that connects callers with local services, including transportation, shelter, and utility assistance. Eastern Shore residents can also call the regional support line at 1-866-231-7101 for location-specific help. Officials are urging the public to avoid outdoor activity during peak heat hours, stay hydrated, and check in on neighbors, seniors, and others at higher risk for heat-related illness. For more information, visit 211md.org or your county health department’s website.
