See this list of Charlotte-area cooling centers as temperatures exceed 90 degrees 

Mecklenburg County is working to provide relief for residents from the rising summer temperatures.

Temperatures in Mecklenburg and surrounding counties are expected to be in the mid-90s for several days this week, National Weather Service meteorologists said.

To escape the heat, CATS will provide free transportation for anyone heading to cooling stations, recreation centers, spray grounds and pools listed below.

Shelter and library stations

The Day Services Center of Roof Above, 945 N. College St., is opened as a cooling station for anyone experiencing homelessness in Mecklenburg County. Individuals can access misting stations, fans, water fountains, chairs and face coverings at the center.

The center is open from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on weekends.

All Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library locations are designated as cooling stations open to the public. The libraries are open from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Park and recreational centers

These park and recreation centers will be open to the public seeking shelter during the heat wave:

• Bette Rae Thomas Center, 2921 Tuckaseegee Rd., Charlotte, NC 28208

• David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078

• Eastway Regional Recreation Center, 3150 Eastway Park Dr., Charlotte, NC 28213

• Mallard Creek Recreation Center, 2530 Johnston Oehler Rd., Charlotte, NC 28269

• Ivory/Baker Center, 1920 Stroud Park Ct., Charlotte, NC 28206

• Northern Regional Recreation Center, 18121 Old Statesville Rd., Cornelius, NC 28031

• Revolution Park Sports Academy, 1225 Remount Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208

• Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210

County spray grounds

The following spray grounds are open from 10-a.m.-8p.m. daily:

• Clarks Creek Community Park, 5435 Hucks Rd., Charlotte, NC 28269

• Captain Jack, Elizabeth Park, 1100 E. Trade St., Charlotte, NC 28204

• Cordelia Park, 600 E. 24th St., Charlotte, NC 28205

• First Ward Park, 301 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28202

• Latta Park, 601 E. Park Ave., Charlotte, NC 28203

• Nevin Park, 6000 Statesville Rd., Charlotte, NC 28269

• Romare Bearden Park, 300 S. Church St., Charlotte, NC 28202

• West Charlotte Recreation Center, 2401 Kendall Dr., Charlotte, NC 28216

• Veterans Park, 2136 Central Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205

Mecklenburg County pools

• Double Oaks Family Aquatic Center: 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

• Cordelia Pool: 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mecklenburg County fan initiative

The Department of Social Services is providing fans to people aged 60 and older, and those aged 18-59 who receive disability income.

Individuals are required to show a valid driver’s license or ID that provides proof of age and a current Mecklenburg County address to receive a fan. Fans are limited to one per household.

Call 980-314-7018 to reserve and pick up your fan at the Valerie C. Woodard Center, 3205 Freedom Dr.

Evan Moore

The Charlotte Observer

Evan Moore is a service journalism reporter for the Charlotte Observer. He grew up in Denver, North Carolina, where he previously worked as a reporter for the Denver Citizen, and is a UNC Charlotte graduate.