Cooling shelter open in Medford Sunday, August 7
by KTVL Staff
The Medford cooling shelter will be at the Jackson County Library. (File - KRCR)
MEDFORD —
The city of Medford is partnering with ACCESS and the Jackson County Library to open and operate a cooling shelter on Sunday, August 7 from 12:00 to 8:00 pm.
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The cooling shelter will be operated by ACCESS at the Jackson County Library in Medford, 205 South Central Avenue.
The cooling shelter will offer water, restrooms, snacks, and cooling area and water for pets. Individuals may come and go.
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The City has set up text notifications for citizens who would like to be notified when warming or cooling shelters are opened. Text MED4SHELTERS to 888777 to receive the latest on severe weather event shelters in Medford.
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Anyone interested in volunteering or have resources to contribute please may email volunteer@accesshelps.org for more information.