Updated 7/27/26: The National Weather Service is forecasting a maximum heat index of at least 103 degrees in Orange County each day through Friday and at least 108 degrees in Seminole through Wednesday. These conditions trigger the opening of additional cooling locations with air-conditioning or shade, cool water, and various supplies. The heat index is a measure of the air temperature plus the humidity level — typically referred to as the “feels like” temperature.

Orange County uses the 103 heat index as a threshold for homeless day-service sites to offer a cool space and varying supplies during their regular operating hours. Other cooling locations — including libraries, parks and community centers — are also available during regular business hours to those looking to escape the heat in an air-conditioned or shaded space. Lynx, the public bus system, will provide free transportation along established routes throughout its service area to anyone asking to go to a cooling location.

Seminole and Osceola counties use a threshold of a 108-degree heat index to make additional cooling locations available to the public. As of Monday, July 27, only Seminole County is expected to reach that mark, and only through Wednesday. However, people are encouraged to seek respite in county libraries, parks and community centers that remain open to all during regular business hours.

For a county-by-county list of locations and resources, please click here for English.

Click here for Spanish.

For an interactive map of locations, please click here.

Please note these hot, muggy conditions can be extremely dangerous for people who are unsheltered — and especially those who are elderly or have chronic health conditions. It is particularly important to stay hydrated and seek intermittent relief from the heat as best you can to allow your body to recuperate. If you suffer dizziness, nausea, headache, severe cramps, extremely hot skin or cool, pale skin, please call 9-1-1 and get medical help immediately. Heatstroke, in which body temperature rises over 104°F, is a medical emergency and can cause confusion, seizures or loss of consciousness.

Please watch this page for updates as conditions warrant.