Excessive heat update – where to seek relief
The National Weather Service forecasts excessive heat in Birmingham during the daytime hours from Thursday through Saturday.
People are encouraged to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks from the heat if outdoors.
In partnership with Christian Service Mission, all Birmingham Public Library branches will have bottled water available for individuals upon request on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
The City of Birmingham has been in contact with multiple partners concerning available locations to seek relief from the heat. These include:
Church of the Reconciler
112 14th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35203
Open Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Faith Chapel Care Center
921 2nd Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35203
Open Thursday and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Firehouse (day shelter for men)
626 2nd Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35203
Open daily, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
*Extended hours anytime the temperature is above 100
The Hub/El Centro (Community Drop-In Space
3522 7th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35222
Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pathways (day shelter for women)
409 Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard
Open daily, seven days a week
Extended hours this week, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
ROSS Recovery (Community Center)
2105 Joyce Street
Birmingham, AL 35205
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
