How to Stay Cool During the Heat of Summer
- dmichaels54
- 7 days ago
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Updated: 14 minutes ago
WE WILL CONTINUE TO UPDATE AND ADD INFORMATION TO THIS POST THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER.
High temperatures and humidity can be dangerous. Taking precautions such as drinking plenty of fluids, staying inside where there is air-conditioning , staying out of the sun if possible and checking up on people who may need assistance is important. Outdoor work should only be scheduled for the early morning or evening when temperatures are cooler to avoid heat-related illness. Be sure to wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when outside.
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), people with behavioral health conditions are among those at highest risk of heat-related illnesses or death from extreme temperatures. Psychotropic medications may increase risk, and use of alcohol and other substances also can place people at more risk of harm. For additional information read the SAMHSA article, Tips for People Who Take Medication HERE.
You can also check out the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OHMAS) pamphlet which lists medications that can be susceptible to heat related illness.
FOR THOSE WHO MAY NOT HAVE ACCESS TO AIR-CONDITIONING, THE FOLLOWING COOLING CENTERS WILL BE OPEN IN HAMILTON COUNTY:
Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library locations. For locations and more information CLICK HERE.
ALL Cincinnati Recreation Centers will be open during normal hours TFN EXCEPT for the Juneteenth and July 4th holidays. Cooling centers will be open to the public, regardless of their membership status.
Spraygrounds are also available free of charge for citizens to cool off during the heat. They are located at Caldwell, College Hill, Dyer, McKie, North Fairmount, Oakley, Oyler, Pleasant Ridge, and South Fairmount.
The 24 CRC pools are accessible with membership or through paid admission.
Click here to find a recreation center near you, as well as hours.
Some YMCA locations through June 27th. Find out more HERE.
INFORMATION ABOUT FREE OR LOW-COST FANS, AIR-CONDITIONERS AND HELP PAYING UTILITY BILLS:
St. Vincent de Paul has an application process for air conditioners. To qualify you must live in Hamilton County, be 65 years old or older or have a medical need for an AC, have not received an AC from SVDP in the last four years (2021-2024), and be able to pick up (or send someone to pick up) the unit. Click HERE for more details and to apply.
The Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program starts JULY 1st, 2025! This program provides a one-time benefit to eligible Hamilton County residents by offering assistance with an electric utility bill or the purchase of an air conditioner or fan. Find out more information about how to apply and eligibility HERE!
St. Vincent de Paul of Northern Kentucky is also offering free air conditioning units and fans to medically vulnerable residents through its Summer Breeze Program. Residents can apply for assistance by calling the Assistance Help Line at 859-341-3219, Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Fan and air conditioning unit distribution will continue until Aug. 31.
We will post more information as we receive it.
