Crime & Safety
HEAT RELIEF: Chelsea Senior Living Center Set Up as Cooling Station for Residents
The center, located at 295 South Avenue in Fanwood, has been set up as a cooling station from 8 a.m. til 8 p.m. on both weekend days.
The National Weather Service has predicted a high temperatures for Saturday and Sunday.
To help those in need of heat relief, The Fanwood Police Department has designated The Chelsea Senior Living Center, located at 295 South Avenue in Fanwood as a Cooling Station.
The center will be open for cooling from 8 a.m. til 8 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.
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When visiting a relief station, bring any medications and/or specialty items that you may need. Residents and visitors are urged to limit exposure outside, particularly during the hottest part of the day - roughly from 11 am - 6 p.m.
Those who must be outside should take frequent breaks and drink plenty of water.
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"High body temperatures and dehydration will make other medical conditions such as heart and breathing problems much worse. It is very important to stay cool and hydrated when the heat index reaches these dangerous levels.
Please check on your elderly neighbors, and advise them of the cooling station at the Chelsea and remind them to remain hydrated and to contact the Fanwood Police Department in the event of an emergency.
Sincerely,
Chief Richard Trigo
Fanwood Police Department
(908) 322-5000
