Stay Safe During Extreme Heat

The Senior Activity Center at 125 Cottage Street

• Open Tuesday, June 24 from 9 am-7:30 pm
• Wednesday, June 25 from 9 am-6:30 pm

Along with an air-conditioned space, the center offers free wifi, water, coffee, and snacks. Free and open to the public.

The Portsmouth Public Library at 155 Parrott Avenue

• Monday-Thursday: 9 am-9 pm
• Friday: 9 am-5:30 pm
• Saturday: 9 am-5 pm
• Sunday: Closed

The Library is an air-conditioned space and offers free wifi.

The Peirce Island Outdoor Pool at 99 Peirce Island Road

• Opens for the season at 1 pm on Tuesday, June 24
• Open Tuesday and Thursday 1 pm to 6:15 pm
• Wednesday and Friday 1 pm to 5:15 pm

Tips to stay cool and safe when temperatures climb

• Avoid strenuous outdoor activities
• Wear light clothing
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Check on your neighbors (particularly the elderly and those without A/C)
• Never leave a child or a pet in a hot car
• Stay informed by following local weather alerts for storm and heat safety updates (sign up for Smart911 for emergency alerts)

The State of New Hampshire offers more detailed guidance to help beat the heat.

Other resources

Project Cool Air - If you or someone you know does not have air conditioning check to see if they qualify for Project Cool Air which provides a free air conditioner to those who meet the criteria.