Email: PIO@ocfl.net
Extreme Heat Information
A Heat Advisory is issued within 12 hours when the heat index is expected to reach 108 degrees. Similarly, an Extreme Heat Warning is issued when the heat index is expected to reach 113 degrees or when the air temperature reaches 105 degrees.
COOLING LOCATIONS IN ORANGE COUNTY (Updated on June, 10, 2026)
Cooling locations are public spaces with air conditioning or recreational water features (splashpad), designed to help people stay safe from the heat. Cooling locations in Orange County include:
Orange County Parks and Recreation
Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 8 p.m.
Barnett Recreation Center
Bithlo Community Park
Goldenrod Recreation Center
Magnolia Park Eco Education Center
Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex (Monday through Friday)
Meadow Woods Recreation Center
Orlo Vista Park
Renaissance Senior Center Recreation Center
Silver Star Recreation Center
Tibet-Butler Nature Preserve (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
West Orange Recreation Center
Orange County Parks and Recreation Outdoor Splashpad
Hours Vary
Barber Park
Barnett Park/Barnett Gym
Bithlo Community Park
Capehart Park
Downey Park
Dr. P Phillips Community Park
Orange County Library System
Hours Vary
Alafaya Branch
Chickasaw Branch
Eatonville Branch
Fairview Shores Branch
Hiawassee Branch
Maitland Public Library*
North Orange Branch
Orlando Public Library
South Creek Branch
South Trail Branch
Southeast Branch
Southwest Branch
Washington Park Branch
West Oaks Branch
Windermere Branch
Winter Garden Branch
Winter Park Library*
* Not affiliated with the Orange County Library System
Community Centers
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
East Orange Community Center (Noon to 5 p.m.)
12050 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32826
407-254-9610
Holden Heights Community Center
1201 20th St., Orlando, FL 32805
407-836-6777
John Bridges Community Center
445 W. 13th St., Apopka, FL 32703
407-254-9449
Maxey Community Center
830 Klondike Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787
407-254-1970
Multicultural Center
7149 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32818
407-836-8404
Taft Community Center (Noon to 5 p.m.)
9450 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32824
407-254-1950
Willow Street Community Center
6565 Willow St., Zellwood, FL 32798
407-254-9430
Homeless Shelters (Hours Vary)
Christian Service Center
Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida
When the heat index reaches 103 degrees, LYNX will offer free bus rides to any of the county’s cooling locations. For any heat-related emergencies, call 911 immediately. For heat safety tips, visit the Florida Department of Health or go to #GetSummerReady. For current heat advisories, visit the National Weather Service.
About Orange County Government: Orange County Government strives to serve its residents and guests with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. Located in Central Florida, Orange County includes 13 municipalities and is home to world-famous theme parks, one of the nation’s largest convention centers and a thriving life science research park. Seven elected members make up the Board of County Commissioners, including the Mayor, who is elected countywide. For more information, please visit www.OCFL.net or go to Orange County Government’s social media channels.