Williamson County Cooling Centers Open in Franklin, Brentwood, Nolensville, Fairview, Spring Hill, and College Grove
The county has opened air-conditioned areas inside Williamson County Parks and Recreation facilities for residents and visitors who need a place to cool down. The cooling centers will operate from 7 am to 7 pm during the extreme heat warning.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Williamson County through Friday, July 3, at 8 pm. Forecasts call for very hot and humid conditions, with heat index values possibly reaching 110 degrees. In Franklin, daily highs are expected to stay in the mid-to-upper 90s through the Fourth of July weekend, with hot weather continuing into early next week.
Williamson County Cooling Center Locations
Anyone who needs a place to cool down can visit one of these Williamson County cooling center locations from 7 am to 7 pm:
- Academy Park Gymnasium, 120 Everbright Ave., Franklin
- Nolensville Recreation Center, 7250 Nolensville Road, Nolensville
- Fairview Recreation Center, 2714 Fairview Blvd., Fairview
- Franklin Recreation Center, 1120 Fulton Greer Lane, Franklin
- Indoor Sports Complex, 920 Heritage Way, Brentwood
- Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive, Spring Hill
- Hillsboro Community Center, 5325 Old Highway 96 West, Franklin
- College Grove Community Center, 8607 Horton Highway, College Grove
How to Stay Safe During Extreme Heat in Williamson County
Extreme heat can become dangerous quickly, especially for older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, outdoor workers, young children, and anyone without reliable access to air conditioning. Residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water, limit time outside during the hottest part of the day, wear lightweight clothing, and take breaks in cool indoor spaces.
Williamson County Emergency Management is also asking residents to check on neighbors, relatives, and others who may need help staying cool.
For more information on extreme heat safety, including how to recognize heat-related illness and what to do during an extreme heat warning, visit Williamson Ready’s Extreme Heat resource page.
