With temperatures rising, residents are urged to take precautions against the heat.  The City of Jacksonville offers a number of activities for residents to enjoy while keeping cool.  More information about these programs and facilities may be found at www.coj.net or by calling 630-CITY (2489).

Residents are also advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned buildings, avoid outdoor activity during the mid-day hours, and check on relatives, neighbors and pets.

City Pools:
The following city pools are open Wednesday, Aug. 8 through Friday, Aug. 10.  All 34 city pools are open on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. though Labor Day.

Call the pool location or 630-CITY for specific hours of operation.  Signage noting the days and hours of operation has been placed at each location. 

Andrew Jackson High School, 128 W. 30th St., 630-0281
Blue Cypress Center and Pool, 4012 University Blvd. N., 744-3494
Cecil Aquatics Center, 13611-A Normandy Blvd., 573-8994
Charles B. Clark Park and Sherwood Pool, 8739 Sibbald Road, 768-6422
Clanzel T. Brown Park, 4515 Moncrief Road, 768-1330
Englewood High School, 4412 Barnes Road, 448-6895
Eugene Butler Middle School, 900 Acorn St., 630-0322
Fletcher High School, 700 Seagate Ave., 247-6327
Forrest High School, 5530 Firestone Road, 573-2485
Harts Road Park and Pool, 15597 Harts Road, 696-2000
Jefferson Street Pool, 1358 Jefferson St, 630-0994
Lake Shore Middle School, 2519 Bayview Road, 387-1772
Robert E. Lee High School, 1200 S. McDuff Ave., 387-6959
Mallison Center and Pool, 3133 Lenox Ave., 388-2639
Mandarin High School, 4831 Greenland Road, 292-1541
Oceanway Center and Pool, 12215 Sago Ave. W., 757-8704
Raines High School, 3663 Raines Ave., 765-0920
Robert Kennedy Center and Pool, 1139 Ionia St., 630-0939
Terry Parker High School, 7301 Parker School Road, 723-6144
Woodland Acres Park and Pool, 8200 Kona Ave., 724-6169 

Kids Kampus Splash Water Park
1410 Gator Blvd., 630-5437
The Kids Kampus Splash Water Park is open daily from 8 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. through Labor Day.  There are two areas inside the park—"Three Friends" and "Bayou, Bogs, & Frogs."  "Three Friends" is a large boat play structure with a water slide and water cannons.  "Bayou, Bogs, & Frogs" is for younger children through age 6.  It is a non-skid, sculptured rug that depicts Florida's wetlands and includes water jets for wet and wild fun. 

JaxParks Community Centers
The Department of Parks, Recreation, Entertainment and Conservation staffs more than 25 community centers throughout the city.  The centers feature free indoor activities for children and families such as games, crafts, pool, table tennis and special events.

A complete listing of community center locations and hours may be found at www.jaxparks.com (click on "Community Centers") or by calling 630-CITY (2489).

Senior Centers
The Adult Services Division operates 19 senior centers across the community for residents age 60 and over.  The centers Services and activities include counseling for health, social service and personal problems; educational programs addressing health, nutrition, vocational improvement and personal enrichment; medical escort (on a limited basis) to and from services; information on resources and services available within Adult Services; referrals to other agencies; meals; recreational activities; special events; transportation; regular shopping and field trips.

A complete listing of senior center locations and hours of operation may be found at www.coj.net (key words "Senior Centers") or by calling 630-CITY (2489).

Libraries
The Jacksonville Public Library consists of a 300,000 square foot Main Library and 20 regional, community and neighborhood branch libraries and provides a great place for those most susceptible to extreme heat – seniors and families with small children – to enjoy indoor activities and programs. The JPL also serve the needs of the community with Talking Books Library for Disabled Customers and an active adult literacy program.  In addition to traditional library services, the JPL features a number of unique educational programs and social opportunities for residents of any age. 

A complete listing of library locations, hours, programs and phone numbers may be found at www.jaxpubliclibrary.org or by calling 630-CITY (2489).

Pet Precautions
Like humans, pets are susceptible to overheating.  Owners should make sure their pets have plenty of cool water and that outdoor animals have a source of continuous shade. 

If a pet becomes overheated, it is important to calm the animal and give it cool (not cold) water to drink.  If it cannot drink, roll the animal onto its back and place icepacks or a cool wet towel on its abdomen to lower body temperature.  Seek immediate veterinary attention.