Code Red Alert-Upper Darby Cooling Centers
Published on July 17, 2025
Delaware County Emergency Services
On 07-17-2025 at 10:00 AM the Delaware County Health Department has issued a Code Red notification for excessive heat from 07-17-2025 at noon through 07-17-2025 at 8 PM. Heat Health notifications are guided by temperature and relative humidity percentage. A Code Red notification occurs when temperatures reach 95 degrees Fahrenheit or higher before 11 AM on two consecutive days OR when the heat index reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit on any given day.
Residents are advised to drink plenty of water, stay out of the sun and in air-conditioned spaces, check on their older neighbors, and never leave children or pets in cars. Additional Heat Health information, recommendations, and resources for vulnerable populations can be found at this link: https://www.delcopa.gov/health/pages/heatplan.html
Upper Darby EXTREME HEAT SAFETY & COOLING RESOURCES
When the temperature rises, Upper Darby Township activates cooling resources to help you, and your loved ones stay safe. The following facilities serve as Cooling Centers during declared Code Red days:
*Cooling Centers
Upper Darby Municipal Library
501 Bywood Ave, Upper Darby, PA 19082
Mon–Sat | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Primos-Secane Branch Library
409 Ashland Ave, Primos, PA 19018
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Sellers Memorial Free Public Library
76 S State Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Upper Darby Senior Center
326 Watkins Ave, Upper Darby, PA 19018
Mon–Fri | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The American Legion Post 214
6914 Chestnut St, Upper Darby, PA 19082
The following are links to provide resources in the event of a Code Red Alert:
