No current weather emergencies declared in Orange, Osceola or Seminole counties
Many ‘cooling’ locations remain open regardless
Updated 10/19/26: Forecasters expect a maximum heat index in the upper 70s to low 80s for Central Florida this week — considerably below the threshold needed to trigger free bus transportation and the opening of additional cooling spaces for people experiencing homelessness. However, public libraries and community centers that serve as designated cooling centers remain open to all during regular business hours.
The heat index is a measure of the air temperature plus humidity — typically referred to as the “feels like” temperature.
For a county-by-county list of cooling locations and resources, please click here for English.
For an interactive map of cooling locations, please click here.
Please watch this page for updates as weather conditions can change quickly.
Weather Emergencies
Extreme heat. Frigid cold. Looming hurricanes.
When dangerous weather is forecast, here’s where you’ll find the most up-to-date information on where to seek shelter, how to find free transportation, plans for outreach efforts, and how the media and public can help our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Below please find our regional plan for weather emergencies.