Albemarle County is opening two cooling centers on Tuesday and Wednesday to give residents without access to air conditioning relief from the extreme heat.
The cooling center locations are:
- Greenwood Community Center (865 Greenwood Road, Crozet)
- Yancey Community Center (7625 Porters Road, Esmont)
Operating hours at both cooling centers are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Each will provide air-conditioned spaces ideal for those seeking a cool environment to rest and hydrate.
The cooling centers are ADA-compliant and accessible to individuals with disabilities.
In addition to the designated cooling centers, the lobbies of both County Office Buildings (401 McIntire Road and 1600 5th Street), County libraries, and the City of Charlottesville’s cooling centers are also open to the public.
One other thing to help residents beat the heat: entrance fees will also be waived at Albemarle County’s public swimming beaches on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Chris Greene Lake Park, Mint Spring Valley Park and Walnut Creek Park are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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