As we respond to severe weather events, it is important to make sure you are prepared. Weather.gov/gray is an excellent resource for weather forecasts. Please call 911 to report emergencies or request emergency assistance, and take steps to be prepared if you and your family experience storm damage or power outages.
Ready.gov/plan provides a step-by-step plan to prepare for disasters and emergencies, including having the following minimum supplies prepared in advance: water, food, battery-powered radio, flashlight, first aid kit, extra batteries, etc. Visit Ready.gov/kit for a thorough list of recommended preparedness supplies.
Being #WinterReady means understanding winter risks and taking steps now to prepare. The Ready.gov Winter-Ready page will be updated throughout the winter to add more resources and information.
Please take time now to prepare in advance for severe weather, and stay safe.
Cooling Centers
If you are unable to get relief from extreme heat, both the Keene Public Library at 60 Winter Street and the Keene Family YMCA at 200 Summit Road are air-conditioned and open to the public during their operating hours. The Library is open 10am to 6pm on Monday and Friday, 10am to 8pm Tuesday through Thursday, and 10am to 3pm on Saturday. The YMCA is open 5am to 9pm Monday through Friday, 6am to 6pm on Saturday, and 8am to noon on Sunday.