Very hot days can be dangerous. Health guides say to stay in air conditioning when you can. (cdc.gov) A cooling center means a cool public place. On hot days, libraries can be that place. (catalog.data.gov) Recent city news shows this in many areas. Some library buildings open for heat help. People can sit and cool down there. Some can read or use a computer. (virginiabeach.gov)
Think of a student after school. Home is still hot. The library is cool and quiet. The student drinks water and reads. On very hot days, that simple trip can help. (stacks.cdc.gov)










