NEW ORLEANS — According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the New Orleans area is under an extreme heat warning until 7 p.m., Wednesday, July. 23. NWS has forecasted a daytime high heat index value, or “feels like” temperatures, of between 107 to 114 degrees from Wednesday, July. 23 – Thursday, July. 24.
NOLA Ready Heat Relief Map
The City of New Orleans has launched the NOLA Ready Heat Relief Map, an interactive tool showing free, indoor, air-conditioned locations open to the public. Individuals seeking relief should use this map to find the nearest available cooling centers.
For tips on how to stay safe during extreme heat, visit ready.nola.gov/heat.
Community organizations or businesses willing to serve as a free community cooling site may email ready@nola.gov with their address, dates, and hours to be added to the map.
Daytime Heat Relief Resources
Available Wednesday, July 23, and Thursday, July 24
Libraries (10 a.m. – 7 p.m., unless otherwise noted)
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Alvar Library (913 Alvar St.) – water provided
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Norman Mayer Library (3001 Gentilly Blvd.) – water provided
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Robert E. Smith Library (6301 Canal Blvd.)
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Mid-City Library (4140 Canal St.) – water provided
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Milton H. Latter Memorial Library (5120 St. Charles Ave.)
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Central City Library (2020 Jackson Ave.)
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Main Library (219 Loyola Ave.) – 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., water provided
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Cita Dennis Hubbell Library (725 Pelican Ave.) – water provided
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Algiers Regional Library (3014 Holiday Dr.) – water provided
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MLK Library (1611 Fats Domino Ave.) – water provided
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New Orleans East Library (5641 Read Blvd.) – water provided
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Nora Navra Library (1902 Bernard Ave.) – water provided
Recreation Centers (10 a.m. – 9 p.m.)
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Andrew P. Sanchez & Copelin-Byrd Multi-Service Center (1616 Fats Domino Ave.)
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Desire-Florida Multi-Purpose Rec Center (3250 Industry St.)
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Stallings Rec Center (4300 St. Claude Ave.)
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St. Bernard Rec Center (1500 Lafreniere St.)
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Gernon Brown Rec Center (1001 Harrison Ave.)
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Annunciation Center (800 Race St.)
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Rosenwald Rec Center (1120 S. Broad St.)
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Morris F.X. Jeff Sr. Recreation Center (2529 General Meyer Ave.)
Indoor Pools
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Sanchez Pool (1616 Fats Domino Ave.): Mon. – Thurs., 10 – 11:45 a.m., 1 – 3:45 p.m.
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Gert Town Pool (3411 Broadway St.): Wed., 2 – 6 p.m.
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Joe Brown Pool (5601 Read Blvd.): Wed. – Thurs., 2 – 5 p.m.
Outdoor Pool
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George V. Rainey Pool (2529 Gen. Meyer Ave.): Thurs., 2 – 6 p.m. and 7 – 7:45 p.m.
Overnight Relief for the Unhoused
Available July 23–24
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Ozanam Inn, 2239 Poydras St.
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New Orleans Mission, 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.
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Low Barrier Shelter, 1530 Gravier St.
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Salvation Army, 4526 S. Claiborne Ave.
Heat Safety Tips
Extreme heat can be life-threatening if proper precautions are not taken. Visit weatherwise.nola.gov for real-time weather updates and alerts.
Residents are advised to:
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Stay indoors in air-conditioning during peak heat hours.
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Schedule outdoor activities for early morning or evening.
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Wear light, loose-fitting clothing.
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Avoid direct sun exposure.
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Drink plenty of water — don’t wait until you’re thirsty.
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Be especially cautious with young children, seniors, and people with chronic medical conditions like diabetes or heart disease.
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Check on neighbors, elderly residents, and those with medical conditions, especially during power outages.
Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles. Even at 70 degrees, a car’s interior can exceed 100 degrees in 20 minutes. Cracking a window does not help. Call 911 if you see a child or pet left alone in a vehicle.
For more information about heat-related illnesses and updates, visit ready.nola.gov.