It’s hot out there with the heat index rising above 100 degrees.
And Delmarva has begun to open up some cooling stations for those trying to seek relief.
In Wicomico County there is the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center that will be open today and tomorrow up until 8 p.m., although no pets are allowed and those seeking shelter must provide their own food and medications.
The MAC Senior Center will also be open for those over 50 with extended hours of 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Shore Transit will provide transportation for those who need it.
In Worcester County the Recreation Center in Snow Hill will be open until 9 p.m. through Thursday.
On Friday it will be open until 5:30 p.m.
All five Worcester County libraries will be open for those seeking shelter from the heat.
In Sussex County, three facilities are serving as cooling stations during their regular business hours.
They are the County Administrative Building in Georgetown until 4:30 p.m., the South Coastal Library in Bethany Beach until 8 p.m. and the Milton Library in Milton.
Electricity
Meanwhile, Delaware Electric Cooperative and Choptank Electric Cooperative are calling on their customers to keep energy use to a minimum this afternoon from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
That means not using major appliances and turning off all unnecessary lights.
They also recommend adjusting the thermostat a few extra degrees.
