State Health Department Opens Cooling Centers as Heat Wave Continues

NEW CASTLE – As the First State experiences multiple consecutive days with temperatures soaring beyond 90 degrees, the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) has opened cooling centers to help residents escape the dangerous heat.

State health facilities are now serving as cooling centers beginning today, available June 10, 11 and 12 starting at 8:30 a.m. for anyone seeking respite from the sweltering conditions.