Emergency Window Air Conditioners 

Dallas County Health and Human Services is offering Weatherization Assistance Program – Emergency Window Air Conditioners – for low income families who may qualify. 

Call 214-819-1976 or email wapassistance@dallascounty.org for more information

Richardson Police Department Lobby Area

The Richardson Police Department located at 140 N Greenville Ave, Richardson, TX 75081 is opened as-needed to serve as a cooling center for local residents impacted by widespread power outages, or at other times of need. Opening times are made available on social media, or by calling the non-emergency police number at 972-744-4800.

Richardson Public Library 
Friday and Saturday - 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday - 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 500

Richardson Recreation Centers
Richardson aquatic and recreation centers can offer a respite as an area to escape the heat during their normal operating hours. Learn more about facilities and times at www.cor.net/parks.

Heights Recreation Center – 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
711 W. Arapaho Rd.

Huffhines Recreation Center – 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
200 N. Plano Rd.

Texas Local Seasonal Relief Centers

*This map was created from information provided by local and non-profit partner organizations and is not updated in real time. Call 2-1-1 for the latest information. For additional disaster information for your area contact your city or county office of emergency management. To download an Accessibility Spreadsheet of open Local Seasonal Relief Centers, Click Here. This spreadsheet is updated hourly.

DART Providing Transit Centers as Cooling Stations

To stay informed about any potential changes to service, please sign up for DART Service Alerts at DART.org, follow our updates on social media, or contact DART Customer Service at (214) 979-1111.

Salvation Army Cooling Stations

The Salvation Army operates Cooling Stations at shelters and community centers in the DFW Metroplex. People are encouraged to stop by, cool off and enjoy a cold drink of water. Some locations will have outdoor cooling stations, while others are providing supplies such as boxed fans and bottled water as part of the food pantry service. Learn more at: https://salvationarmyntx.org/north-texas/heat-relief.