Code Red Heat Alert -- August 7 and 8

Baltimore, MD (August 6, 2007) – Because of predicted high temperatures and potential danger according to the Baltimore Heat Watch Warning System and the National Weather Service, the Health Commissioner is declaring a Code Red Heat Alert for tomorrow, August 7, and Wednesday, August 8, 2007. Baltimore City is opening emergency cooling centers around the city at 9 am. Each center will have cool air, water, and ice available.