An Extreme Heat Warning returns to the Big Bend today from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m.<\/p>\n
Leon County has activated its extreme heat response, and every library location will be open today as a cooling station. All six branch libraries, which are normally closed on Mondays, will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Cooling stations offer water, restrooms, activities and air-conditioned space for anyone seeking relief from the heat.<\/p>\n
The main library on Park Avenue will be open for its regular Monday hours and is also available for cooling.<\/p>\n
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The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Leon County, in effect Monday, Aug. 17, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with heat index values up to 115 degrees expected. <\/p>\n
In response, Leon County has activated its extreme heat response, and every County library location will be open Monday as a cooling station. All six branch libraries, which are normally closed on Mondays, will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Cooling stations offer water, restrooms, activities and indoor, air-conditioned space for anyone seeking relief from the heat. The LeRoy Collins Leon County Main Library will be open its regular Monday hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Residents who need relief today can visit the Main Library, open until 6 p.m. Sunday.<\/p>\n
Cooling station locations for Monday, Aug. 17
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 LeRoy Collins Leon County Main Library, 200 W. Park Ave. (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bruce J. Host Northeast Branch Library, 5513 Thomasville Road (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Dr. B.L. Perry Jr. Branch Library, 2817 S. Adams St. (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Eastside Branch Library, 1583 Pedrick Road (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jane G. Sauls Fort Braden Branch Library, 16327 Blountstown Highway (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lake Jackson Branch Library, 3840-300 N. Monroe St. (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Woodville Branch Library, 8000 Old Woodville Road (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)<\/p>\n
“Leon County prepares for extreme weather in all its forms, and that includes heat,” said Leon County Commission Chairman Christian Caban. <\/p>\n
“County Emergency Management teams are focused on the forecast and responding now. I want to thank the first responders and County employees who will be working in these conditions to keep our community safe. Every County library will be open Monday as a cooling station, so please take care of yourself, check on your neighbors and use these facilities if you need relief.”<\/p>\n
How the County is protecting the community
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Vulnerable populations: Leon County Emergency Management is coordinating with the Big Bend Continuum of Care and community partners to address the needs of heat-vulnerable residents, including individuals experiencing homelessness, older adults living alone and households without reliable air conditioning.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical readiness: Leon County Emergency Medical Services has increased staff readiness for a potential rise in heat-related calls.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Animal safety: Leon County Animal Control is sharing information on heat risks to pets, including the need for hydration, shade and safe shelter.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Outdoor workers and events: County departments are advising outdoor employees to follow heat safety protocols, and County Parks and Recreation and Tourism are advising event organizers at County facilities to take special care.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Public information: The County is sharing heat safety updates through the Citizens Connect app, social media, the Emergency Information Portal and local media.<\/p>\n
National Weather Service heat safety tips
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stay in air-conditioned spaces as much as possible. If your home does not have air conditioning, visit a cooling station.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reduce, eliminate or reschedule strenuous outdoor activity to the coolest part of the day, typically early morning.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Never leave children, older adults or pets in a parked vehicle, even briefly. The inside of a car can reach deadly temperatures in minutes.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Check on neighbors, friends and relatives, especially older adults, those with medical conditions and those without air conditioning.
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Know the signs of heat illness. Heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness and nausea can signal heat exhaustion: move to a cool place, sip water and apply cool, wet cloths. A body temperature above 103 degrees, hot and dry skin, confusion or unconsciousness can signal heat stroke: call 911 immediately.<\/p>\n
These measures remain in place until the National Weather Service warning expires. For the latest updates, visit the Leon County Emergency Information Portal at LeonCountyFL.gov\/ei, download the Leon County Citizens Connect app or follow Leon County Government on social media.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"An Extreme Heat Warning returns to the Big Bend today from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Leon County…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":373605,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[232,234,233],"class_list":["post-373604","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tallahassee","tag-tallahassee","tag-tallahassee-headlines","tag-tallahassee-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/373604","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=373604"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/373604\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/373605"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=373604"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=373604"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=373604"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}