The City of Fall River will be offering cooling centers as the region braces for what could be record-breaking heat later this week.
From the City of Fall River
(FALL RIVER, MA- June 29, 2026)- Mayor Paul E. Coogan announces a cooling center at Fall River Government Center due to the extreme heat expected in the area.
The cooling center will be open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Thursday, July 2nd and Friday, July 3rd, 2026. The cooling center will be located in the Government Center Cafeteria and can be accessed through the cafeteria entrance.
Additionally, a cooling center will be open at Steppingstone Inc., located at 134 Durfee Street, Fall River, MA 02720, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 4th, 2026.
Due to the high temperatures, we want to remind Fall River residents to check on family, friends, and neighbors. Drink plenty of water, stay indoors in a cool area when possible, and avoid strenuous activity if you have health conditions that may be affected by the heat.
Stay cool and safe. Please call the Mayor’s Office at 508-324-2600 with any questions
