Montgomery-area cooling stations open Monday during extreme heat warning

Looking for Montgomery-area cooling stations to escape dangerous summer temperatures? With an extreme heat warning in effect for all of central Alabama through 9PM Monday, Aug. 17, finding open cooling stations is critical, especially since heat levels this high can be deadly for anyone without effective AC.

Forecasted heat indices between 105° and 113° have prompted community facilities across the River Region to open these sites, providing residents a safe place to lower their body temperatures.

Local officials emphasize that these sites serve as short-term cooling spots rather than extended-stay shelters. Visitors should bring their own supplies to stay comfortable, including personal food and water. If you plan to bring a pet along, keep in mind that all animals must be kept in a crate while inside the facilities.

Montgomery-area cooling stations providing relief Monday

If you or someone you know needs relief from the heat wave, check out the following locations open throughout the day on Monday, August 17:

Wetumpka Area

• Elmore County Historic Courthouse: 100 E. Commerce St., Wetumpka | Open 8AM–4:30PM
• First Presbyterian Church: 100 West Bridge St., Wetumpka | Open 24 hours

Tallassee Area

• Tallassee City Hall: 3 Freeman Ave., Tallassee | Open 8AM – 4:30PM
• Tallassee Police Department: 100 N. Ann St., Tallassee | Open 8AM–4:30PM

Millbrook Area

• Millbrook Senior Center: 3560 Grandview Rd., Millbrook | Open 8AM–4:30PM
• Millbrook First Methodist Church: 3350 Edgewood Rd., Millbrook | Open 11AM–6PM
• Millbrook Baptist Church: 3431 Browns Rd., Millbrook | Open 9AM–3PM

Eclectic, Elmore, Coosada & Deatsville Areas

• Eclectic Police Station: 148 Main St., Eclectic | Open 8AM–4:30PM
• Town of Elmore Town Hall: 485 Jackson St., Elmore | Open 8AM–4:30PM
• Coosada Fire Department: 5830 Coosada Rd., Coosada | Open 8AM–4:30 PM
• Deatsville Fire Department: 6930 Hwy 143, Deatsville | Open 8M–4:30PM

Prattville Area

• Autauga – Prattville Public Library: 254 Dozier St., Prattville | Open 8AM– 4:30PM

How to stay safe during Central Alabama’s extreme heat warning

High temperatures and humidity can quickly lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke if proper precautions aren’t taken. In addition to spending time in air-conditioned spaces, be sure to limit heavy outdoor activity during peak hours, check in on neighbors and vulnerable family members and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

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