City Departments
Mike McGinn, Mayor
8/16/2012 2:55:00 PM
Aaron Pickus (206) 684-4000
City of Seattle responds to heat wave
Actions include directing public to City facilities with air conditioning
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Seattle and most of the Puget Sound region from noon today until 11 PM Friday evening. High temperatures in the Seattle area are expected to remain above 90 degrees for much of that time. NWS is predicting that today and tomorrow will be among the hottest days of the year. Warm weather is forecast through the weekend. Residents are encouraged to stay in a cool area, remain well hydrated and visit places with air conditioning if necessary.
"During this heat wave it's important to stay cool and safe," said Mayor Mike McGinn. "Use caution if you are spending time outside, and please take a moment to check on vulnerable friends and neighbors."
Older adults, young children, and people with mental illness and chronic diseases face the highest risk for heat-related illness, although anyone can be affected. Animals are also vulnerable.
Seattle Police Department officers and human service organizations are handing out water to vulnerable populations today and tomorrow.
The City of Seattle encourages individuals that are in need of a break from the heat to consider visiting one of the many public facilities equipped with air conditioning. These facilities include the following:
Facility |
Address |
Hours |
Seattle Center Armory |
305 Harrison St |
7 AM - 9 PM Thu, 7 AM - 10 PM Fri |
Central Library |
1000 Fourth Ave |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
Ballard Library |
5614 22nd Ave NW |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
Beacon Hill Library |
2821 Beacon Ave S |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
Broadview Library |
12755 Greenwood Ave N |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
Capitol Hill Library |
425 Harvard Ave E |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
Delridge Library |
5423 Delridge Way SW |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
Douglass-Truth Library |
2300 E Yesler Way |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
Greenwood Library |
8016 Greenwood Ave N |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
High Point Library |
3411 SW Raymond St |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
International District/Chinatown Library |
713 Eighth Ave S |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
Lake City Library |
12501 28th Ave NE |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
Magnolia Library |
2801 34th Ave W |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
Montlake Library |
2401 24th Ave E |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
New Holly Library |
7058 32nd Ave S |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
Northgate Library |
10548 Fifth Ave NE |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
Rainier Beach Library |
9125 Rainier Ave S |
10 AM - 8 PM Thu, 10 AM - 6 PM Fri |
South Park Library |
8604 Eighth Ave S |
11 AM - 6 PM Thu, Closed Fri |
Greenwood Senior Center |
525 North 85th Street |
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Thu & Fri |
Pike Market Senior Center |
85 Pike Street, #200 |
8 AM - 4 PM Thu & Fri |
South East Senior Center |
4655 South Holly Street |
8:30 AM - 4 PM Thu & Fri |
West Seattle Senior Center |
4217 SW Oregon Street |
8 AM - 5 PM Thu & Fri |
In addition, Seattle Parks and Recreation is operating wading pools, outdoor pools, beaches, and the public fountains at Seattle Center. Most Seattle parks also have drinking fountains to help the public stay hydrated.
High temperatures have also brought increased fire danger. The Seattle Fire Department asked residents to be careful with open flames and to be mindful of burn bans and fire restrictions at state lands and parks. Residents should call 911 immediately if they spot any fires.
More information about summer fire safety can be found at http://www.seattle.gov/fire/pubEd/brochures/Summer%20Safety.pdf.
Online heat resources:
- For more tips on beating the extreme heat, visit http://www.seattle.gov for an overview of resources
- Seattle-King County Public Health: http://www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/beattheheat.aspx
- Tips to keep pets safe: http://www.seattle.gov/news/detail.asp?ID=13017&Dept=44
- Seattle City Light tips to stay cool and conserve energy: http://powerlines.seattle.gov/2012/08/16/hot-weather-in-the-forecast-stay-cool-without-blowing-your-budget/
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