Randolph residents: Heat Advisory runs Wednesday, July 15—where to cool off

Randolph residents should plan ahead for heat risk Wednesday, July 15, when the National Weather Service Heat Advisory is in effect for Morris County from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT. NWS expects heat index values up to 102°F, with hot temperatures and humidity that can lead to heat illness.

What the Heat Advisory means

The advisory covers Morris plus Sussex, Warren, and Hunterdon Counties. NWS urges residents to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.

Heat-safety basics (what to do during the advisory window)

• Hydrate early and often—don’t wait until you feel thirsty. ([forecast.weather.gov](Forecast))
• Limit outdoor time during the hottest part of the day (Randolph’s Alert Center post specifically flags 10 AM–4 PM). ([randolphnj.org](Randolphnj))
• Stay in A/C if possible and take breaks if you must be outside. ([forecast.weather.gov](Forecast))
• Check on people who are more vulnerable, including older adults and anyone without air conditioning. ([randolphnj.org](Randolphnj))
• Never leave children, older adults, or pets in parked vehicles—even briefly. ([randolphnj.org](Randolphnj))

Where to cool off in Randolph (Township options)

During normal business hours, Randolph’s Alert Center says these locations are available as cooling centers:

• Randolph Public Library
• Town Hall lobby

Randolph also includes a closure caveat in its Alert Center posting, noting that both facilities will be closed Friday through Sunday for the Independence Day holiday (so availability can vary during that period). Because cooling-center access can change during emergency conditions, residents are encouraged to monitor updates and use the backup contact path if needed.

If Township facilities aren’t available: call the non-emergency line

If you need relief while Township cooling options aren’t available, Randolph’s Alert Center instructs residents to call the Township’s non-emergency number at (973) 989-7000, ext. 0. The alert says callers will be connected to the Morris County Communications Center, which can reach Randolph’s Office of Emergency Management Coordinator for assistance.

More nearby options: Morris County cooling-centers directory

If you need additional cooling space beyond Randolph’s own options, Morris County maintains an online directory of cooling centers submitted by municipalities. Randolph entries in that directory include:

• Randolph Library, 28 Calais Rd.
  Facility phone: 973-895-3556
  PD dispatch (after hours): 973-989-7010
  Hours: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ([morriscountynj.gov](Morriscountynj))
• Randolph Fire Company 2, 340 Route 10 West
  Listed entry time: Sat. 7/4: 11 a.m.–3 p.m. ([morriscountynj.gov](Morriscountynj))

Because cooling centers are intended for real-time heat relief, residents should call the numbers listed (or follow the Township’s Alert Center instructions) if you’re deciding whether a location is open.

Sources

• NWS Heat Advisory (Morris County)
• Randolph Alert Center cooling options
• Morris County cooling-centers directory