Borough of Oakland Reminds Public of Local Cooling Center Amid Heat Wave

Heat Wave

Oakland, N.J. - September 5, 2023 - During this week's heat wave, the Borough of Oakland would like to remind residents that a cooling center remains open for those in need. 

The Oakland Public Library, located at 2 Municipal Plaza, is available as a cooling center on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Friday, Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Everyone is welcome to use the cooling centers, which have air conditioning, seating, and offer a place to charge your mobile devices. The cooling centers are primarily intended for those who do not have access to air conditioning and for whom being in extreme heat can be dangerous, if not fatal.