Oconee County Opens Temporary Cooling Shelter Amid High Temperatures

Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 13, 2026 —

Oconee County officials announced the opening of a temporary cooling shelter to help residents cope with dangerously high temperatures expected from Friday through Monday.

The cooling shelter will be located at the Tim Howard Gym in Seneca. This facility will serve as a refuge for individuals seeking respite from the extreme heat.

Specific operating hours for the shelter were not provided in the summary. Residents are advised to seek out local emergency management or county information channels for the most up-to-date details regarding accessibility and operational times.

The decision to open the shelter comes as a response to forecasts predicting exceptionally high temperatures across the region. Public health officials often recommend seeking cool environments during heatwaves to prevent heat-related illnesses.

Further information regarding the shelter’s availability and any associated services will be communicated through official county channels.

Story summarized from the original created by Tyler Scott on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.