The City of Jacksonville has designated August 11, 2024 as a Heat Emergency Day because it is the fourth consecutive day a Heat Advisory (maximum heat index is expected to be between 108°F and 112°F) has been issued for Duval County.
Updated Locations for Today: Cooling Centers are available at the following locations identified for Sunday and holiday activations:
- Main Library (303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202)
- Legends Center (5130 Soutel Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32208)
These facilities will operate from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Additionally, free transportation to Cooling Centers will be provided by the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) on designated Heat Emergency days. Riders must tell bus drivers that they are traveling to a cooling center to receive free fare.
For additional information, visit
JaxReady.com/StayCoolJax.
About the City of Jacksonville
The City of Jacksonville is the largest city by land mass in the contiguous United States, serving nearly one million residents. City of Jacksonville leadership includes Mayor Donna Deegan and a 19-member City Council led by President Randy White. To learn more, visit
jacksonville.gov.
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