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Akron Opens Doors to Beat Extreme Heat Wave
2 Jul
Summary
- Cooling centers and pools offer respite from high temperatures.
- Summit Lake Community Center hours extended to 9 p.m.
- Splash pads operate daily, but pools close on July 4th.
An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect for Akron through Friday night, with temperatures expected to reach the upper 90s. In response, the city has extended operating hours at the Summit Lake Community Center, located at 380 W. Crosier St. This cooling center will be accessible to residents from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday.
Akron's public pools are also offering a way to cool down. Reservoir Park Pool and Perkins Woods Pool will operate from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, July 3rd. However, both pools will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. Complementing these facilities, the city's four splash pads are available for public use daily between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., providing additional options for residents to find relief from the dangerous heat.
