{"id":44775,"date":"2026-03-03T15:30:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T20:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/?page_id=44775"},"modified":"2026-06-30T14:31:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T18:31:43","slug":"summer-safety","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/summer-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Safety 2026(CAP4Kids.Org\/Columbus\/Summer-Safety)"},"content":{"rendered":"

An Extreme Heat Warning<\/a> is in effect for Franklin County from until 8PM on Thursday, July 2. Residents are encouraged to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, limit outdoor activity and stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children or pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.<\/p>\n

Columbus Cooling Centers<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Columbus.gov\u00a0<\/strong>
\nThis webpage has a list and interactive map of community centers and pools that are open as cooling centers across Columbus.
\ncolumbus.gov\/Government\/Mayors-Office\/Find-Nearest-Cooling-Centers<\/a><\/p>\n

Columbus Metropolitan Libraries<\/strong>
\nAll 23 locations offer AC, comfortable seating, public computers with Internet access, free Wi-Fi, and tons of great reading material. Participate in the Summer Reading Challenge<\/a> to win prizes.
\nLocations: columbuslibrary.org\/library-locations<\/a>
\nMore Library Programs: cap4kids.org\/columbus\/columbus-metropolitan-library<\/a><\/p>\n

Columbus Recreation & Parks<\/strong>
\nDodge, Driving Park, Glenwood, Linden, and Marion Franklin Community Centers will be open for extended hours as cooling stations, from 8AM-8PM. Spraygrounds at Blackburn, Barnett, Linden, and Scioto Southland will also be open for extended hours, from 12-8PM.
\ncolumbusrecparks.com\/wellness\/keep-cool-with-us<\/a><\/p>\n

Community Development 4 All People<\/strong>
\nTheir doors will be open for extended hours 9AM-8PM through Friday, July 3.
\n946 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
\nAnnouncement: facebook.com\/photo?fbid=1433028682194276&set=a.318522836978205<\/a>
\nMore CD4AP Programs: cap4kids.org\/columbus\/community-development-for-all-people<\/a><\/p>\n

COTA (Central Ohio Transit Authority) – Free Fare
\n<\/strong>All transit is free throughout all days with heat advisories.
\nAnnouncement: cota.com\/blog\/cota-announces-no-fares-for-june-30-july-2-after-national-weather-service-issues-heat-advisory<\/a>
\nMore COTA Programs: cap4kids.org\/columbus\/cota<\/a><\/p>\n

Helpful Links<\/strong><\/h6>\n

Sign Up for Extreme Weather & Air Quality Alerts from MORPC<\/a>
\nHeat Alerts & Safety Information from Heat.gov<\/a>
\nExtreme Heat Safety Tips from Ohio Emergency Management Agency<\/a>
\nUnderstanding Heat Watch vs. Warning Alerts from National Weather Service<\/a>
\nExtreme Heat: Tips to Keep Kids Safe When Temperatures Soar from AAP<\/a>
\nPrevent Child Deaths in Hot Cars from AAP<\/a>
\nSymptoms of Heat Related Illness from CDC<\/a>
\nHeat-Related Illness and Psychiatric Medications from ODMHA (Updated 2025)<\/a>
\nOhio Extreme Weather & Disaster Safety<\/a>
\nFree Box Fans for Franklin County Seniors<\/a>
\nFree Box Fans from LifeCare Alliance for Seniors & those with chronic illness<\/a><\/p>\n

More Fun OUT of the Sun!<\/strong><\/h6>\n

CAP4Kids List of Upcoming Free & Fun Family Events and Resources<\/a>
\nFree Summer Movies at Phoenix Theaters<\/a>
\nKids Bowl Free All Summer<\/a>
\nPlanet Fitness High School Summer Pass<\/a>
\nIndoor Play Places for Kids in Columbus<\/a>
\nSesame Street At-Home Activities<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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