Cooling Centers open during heatwave

Cooling Centers are opening for the public during this heat wave. Greenfield will be using City Hall, the library, and the John Zon Community Center.

By Franklin County Now June 23, 2025 8:25 am

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Cooling Centers are opening for the public during this heat wave. Greenfield will be using City Hall, the library, and the John Zon Community Center.

A number of locations will be available in Athol, including the Public Library and the YMCA.

More information on cooling centers and signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be found by dialing 211 or visiting 413care.org

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