Editor’s Note: The public announcement shown further below was received late this afternoon from Shari Lewis, Health Administrator, Greene County Health Department. Any questions or concerns should be directed to her office.
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Greene County is currently experiencing dangerously high temperatures. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat can lead to serious health risks, especially for children, seniors, and those with chronic conditions. Please take the following precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones:
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
- Limit Outdoor Activities: Avoid strenuous activity during peak heat hours (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.).
- Use Air Conditioning: If you don’t have access to AC, visit a designated cooling center.
- Never Leave Children or Pets in Vehicles: Even for a minute.
- Check on Neighbors: Especially the elderly, those living alone, or anyone without air conditioning.
- Watch for heat illness: Symptoms like dizziness, nausea, rapid heartbeat, or confusion could signal heat exhaustion or heat stroke. In severe cases, call 911 immediately.
Cooling Centers in Greene County
The following locations are open to the public during the heat wave:
Center Jackson Fire Protection Territory, 1216 E State Road 54, Bloomfield
Hours: Monday 6/23/2025 – Saturday 6/28/2025; 8AM to 10PM
Bloomfield Town Park – South Shelter House, next to Bloomfield High School, Bloomfield
Hours: Monday, 6/23/2025 – Friday, 6/27/2025; 7AM – 8PM
Fairplay Grant Fire Protection Territory, 206 Charlotte Ave, Switz City
Hours: Monday 6/23/2025 – Saturday 6/28/2025; 8AM to 10PM
Lyons Town Hall – Community Building, 600 W Broad St., Lyons
Hours: Monday 6/23/2025 – Thursday, 6/26/2025; 9AM to 9PM
Worthington Town Park, Community Building, 200 Worthington Street, Worthington
Hours: Monday, 6/23/2025 – Friday, 6/27/2025; 7AM – 8PM
Jasonville Voluteer Fire Department, 235 Cook St, Jasonville
Hours: Monday 6/23/2025 – Saturday 6/28/2025; 8AM to 10PM
Let’s look out for each other, Greene County. Stay cool and stay safe!