Delaware Opens Cooling Centers as Dangerous Heat Grips the State

NEW CASTLE — Delaware residents facing another dangerous stretch of high temperatures will have somewhere to turn for relief, as state health officials are opening cooling centers across the area.

The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services announced that its facilities will serve as cooling centers from June 30 through July 2, giving residents a safe place to escape the heat as extreme temperatures and dangerous heat index values are expected to continue.

Officials are urging anyone who needs relief from the heat to take advantage of these available locations during the specified dates and hours.