Trenton, N.J. - With temperatures in the high 90s today and tomorrow, the City of Trenton is issuing an extreme heat advisory and opening our city cooling center at Sam Naples Community Center, on Monday, July 15, and Tuesday, July 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 611 Chestnut Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08611.
Trenton public pools can also be accessed at the following locations:
• Father Rocco Pool - 1501 New Willow Street
• Hetzel Pool and Spray-Ground - 190 North Olden Avenue
• Martin Luther King Pool - 347 Brunswick Avenue
• Roberto Clemente Pool - 342 Academy Street
Pools will open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Senior Swim and Instructional Swim will be from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with Open Swim from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The extreme heat and high humidity significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses. The City of Trenton advises residents to drink plenty of fluids, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, wear light-colored and/or loose-fitting clothing, and most importantly, check on relatives, friends, and elders. It is also crucial to never leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles, as car interiors can reach lethal temperatures within minutes.