The City of Jacksonville has designated August 12, 2024, as a Heat Emergency Day because it is the fifth consecutive day a Heat Advisory (maximum heat index is expected to be between 108°F and 112°F) has been issued for Duval County.
Cooling Centers are available at various City of Jacksonville (COJ) facilities, which include:
- All COJ Public Libraries
- COJ Community Centers
- COJ Splashpads
These facilities will operate during their typical hours. Please note that all City Pools are now closed on weekdays, due to the fact school is back in session. The new City Pool hours through September 2, 2024, are Saturdays 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Sundays 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 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, including locations and hours, visit
jacksonville.gov/staycooljax.