Politics & Government

Harford County Opens Libraries as Cooling Centers

The heat index is expected to exceed 100 degrees Tuesday.

In light of Tuesday's heat advisory and a forecast for soaring temperatures throughout the week, Harford County is offering local libraries as cooling centers.

The local library branches will serve as places to beat the heat during normal operating hours.

The libraries will serve as cooling stations now through Friday, July 19.

Harford County Public Library hours of operation are as follows: 

Tuesday and Thursday:

Monday and Wednesday:
  • Darlington Library open 3 - 8 p.m.
  • All other branches open 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday: 
  • Darlington Library open 1 - 5 p.m.
  • All other branches open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Find a list of all branch locations here.


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