With a dangerous heat wave expected across the Philadelphia region this week, it's important to know where to find help. Forecasts call for temperatures near or above 100°F with heat index values as high as 105–111°F through the July 4 holiday.

📍Philadelphia Resources

Cooling Centers

The City of Philadelphia opens official cooling centers whenever a Heat Health Emergency is declared. These include:

Recreation centers
Public libraries
Senior centers
Select community centers

The City updates locations daily.

Cooling Center Map:

2026 Philadelphia Cooling Center Map

Philadelphia Heatline

If you're concerned about yourself, a family member, or a neighbor:

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) Heatline

215-765-9040
Nurses answer heat-related medical questions.
You can also report concerns about vulnerable older adults.

Philadelphia 311

Call 311 for:

Cooling center locations
Homeless outreach
City services
Recreation center information

Public Pools & Spraygrounds

Philadelphia has opened dozens of outdoor pools and spraygrounds to help residents cool off.

Examples include:

John B. Kelly Pool
Hunting Pool

Most city pools are free during the summer.

Air-Conditioned Public Places

If you don't have air conditioning, spend several hours in:

Free Library branches
Recreation centers
Shopping malls
Community centers
Senior centers

Many of these become designated cooling sites during emergencies.

Assistance for Older Adults

The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging provides:

Wellness checks
Heatline assistance
Referrals to cooling centers
Support for older adults during heat emergencies.

Help for People Experiencing Homelessness

When Philadelphia declares a Code Red:

Outreach teams actively search for vulnerable individuals.
Transportation to shelter is available.
Additional shelter beds are opened.

If you see someone in distress outdoors, call 311 (or 911 if it is a medical emergency).

Utility Assistance

The Energy Coordinating Agency can help residents with:

Utility assistance
Weatherization
Energy-saving programs
Home cooling resources

📍 Bucks County

Cooling centers typically open during Excessive Heat Warnings.

Common locations include:

Bensalem Senior Citizens Association
Bristol Borough Senior Center
Bristol Township Senior Center
Morrisville Senior Service Center
Fairless Hills YMCA
Warminster YMCA
Quakertown Masonic Lodge
Riegelsville Borough Hall

For assistance:

Bucks County Emergency Management
Dial 211 for transportation, shelter, and social services.

📍 Montgomery County

During Code Red heat emergencies:

County libraries
Senior centers
Municipal buildings
Community centers serve as cooling centers.

Residents should also:

Call 211
Contact local township emergency management offices for the nearest location.

📍 Delaware County (PA)

Resources include:

County Cooling Center network
24-hour Heat Information Line: 610-872-1558
Senior services can help provide fans and wellness checks.
Libraries and senior centers often serve as cooling locations.

📍 Chester County

Resources include:

Cooling centers throughout the county
Splash pads
Public pools
Seniors needing assistance can contact the Department of Aging:
610-344-6350
Anyone experiencing homelessness can call 211 for transportation to cooling centers or shelter.

🌡️ South Jersey

Camden County

When temperatures become dangerous, Camden County activates a Code Red Heat Alert.

Available resources include:

County cooling centers
Public libraries
Senior centers
Municipal buildings
Emergency shelters

Residents may also:

Call 211 New Jersey
Contact Camden County Office of Emergency Management
Call 911 for heat-related medical emergencies.

📍Burlington County

Resources include:

County libraries
Senior centers
Municipal cooling centers
Burlington County Office of Emergency Management

Call 211 NJ for assistance locating the nearest center.

📍Gloucester County

Residents can access:

County cooling centers
Public libraries
Municipal buildings
Senior centers

Information is available through:

Gloucester County Emergency Management
211 NJ

📍Mercer County

Resources include:

Mercer County libraries
Community centers
Senior centers
Municipal emergency cooling locations

Call 211 NJ for current locations.

📍🇩🇪 Northern Delaware

Wilmington / New Castle County

Cooling resources include:

Wilmington Public Library
New Castle County libraries
Community centers
Senior centers
State Service Centers

Call:

Delaware 211
302-255-9875 (Delaware 211)

Transportation assistance may also be available through Delaware 211 during declared heat emergencies.