With Sullivan County experiencing some of the hottest temperatures of the year, Public Health officials want residents to know where they can escape the heat.
“Heat stroke can be a life-threatening condition if people stay too long outside in hot, sunny weather (tempting as that is),” notes Public Health Director Karen Holden. “Warning signs include a body temperature of 103°F or higher; hot, red, dry, or damp skin; a fast, strong pulse; headache; dizziness; nausea; confusion; and losing consciousness (passing out). If you or someone you know is experiencing these kinds of symptoms, it’s best to call 911 right away.”
“Sullivan County is fortunate to have a number of parks, lakes and rivers where people can cool off in the water, though please wear a lifejacket when out on a boat or raft,” adds Health & Human Services Commissioner John Liddle. “For those who can’t or don’t want to get in the water, the following locations are open to the public during the hottest parts of the day.”
- Sullivan County Government Center
100 North Street
Monticello, NY - Mamakating Library
128 Sullivan Street
Wurtsboro - Sunshine Hall Free Library
14 Proctor Road
Eldred - Daniel Pierce Library
328 Main Street
Grahamsville - Western Sullivan Public Library
- Jeffersonville
19 Center Street - Callicoon
45 Lower Main Street - Narrowsburg
198 Bridge Street
- Jeffersonville
- Liberty Public Library
189 North Main Street
Liberty - Livingston Manor Free Library
92 Main Street
Livingston Manor - Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library
479 Broadway
Monticello - Roscoe Free Library
85 Highland Avenue
Roscoe - Fallsburg Library
12 Railroad Plaza
South Fallsburg - Walmart
41 Anawana Lake Road
Monticello - SUNY Sullivan
112 College Road
Loch Sheldrake
“If you are unable to leave your house and there is no air-conditioning, call the Department of Social Services at 845-292-0100 for assistance,” says Liddle. “If you or a loved one’s life is in danger, however, call 911 directly.”