City of Dover Warming and Cooling Centers

CITY COOLING CENTERS OPEN DURING HEAT WAVE

With prolonged heat and humidity this week, Dover public safety officials urge residents to take precautions to stay cool and avoid heat-related illnesses.

High heat and humidity can be dangerous, especially for children, seniors, and those with existing medical conditions,” said Dover Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Perry Plummer. “It’s critical to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity, and take advantage of air-conditioned spaces."

Residents are encouraged to use City facilities during regular hours as cooling centers, listed below in the section below, including City Hall and the McConnell Center. The lobby of the Police Department is open 24 hours a day.

"Heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke can come on quickly,” Plummer said. “Even overnight temperatures may remain high, so it’s important to take these warnings seriously and check on vulnerable neighbors or family members.”

The Jenny Thompson Outdoor Pool is open this week for public swimming, and the splash pad at Henry Law Park remains activated daily from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

For an up-to-date forecast, visit the National Weather Service's information for Dover at bit.ly/doverweather.

City facilities serve as warming and cooling centers

Several City of Dover facilities serve as warming centers during extreme cold weather and cooling centers during extreme hot weather.

These specific public buildings are accessible and welcome those seeking relief from the weather during regular business hours:

McConnell Center, 61 Locust St. Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dover City Hall, 288 Central Ave. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dover Police Department Lobby, 46 Chestnut St. Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Dover Public Library, 73 Locust St. Closed for renovations.

Dover's three fire stations are also open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They are located at 262 Sixth St., 9-11 Broadway, and 25 Durham Road.

For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit the National Weather Service's information for Dover at bit.ly/doverweather.

Need emergency assistance?

The City's Public Welfare Department is available to coordinate services for those who need and want emergency assistance, including shelter, food and medical care.

The Public Welfare Department, 61 Locust St., Room 334 on the third floor of the McConnell Center, is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone: 603-516-6500; website: www.dover.nh.gov/government/city-operations/public-welfare/.

For after-hours emergency needs, call 603-742-4646, visit the Police Department at 46 Chestnut St, or any of the three fire stations, all available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to request assistance.

Public Transportation

The Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, or COAST, operates a fleet of buses through the Seacoast region. Find schedules, trip planners and real time bus information at https://coastbus.org, or call/text 603-743-5777.