Lexington implements heat plan to address forecasted rising temperatures

Lexington is opening cooling stations in neighborhoods across the city this week to address forecasted high temperatures.

The heat index in central Kentucky is expected to be between 96 and 103 through Friday.

Cooling stations will be open in the Dunbar, Kenwick, Castlewood and Tates Creek neighborhoods. Free LexTran rides to cooling stations will also be provided to those experiencing homelessness.

Teams will also be handing out water throughout the city.

Emily Fay of the Division of Emergency Management says to stay indoors as much as possible.

“Stay hydrated if you have to work outside, make sure that you're taking breaks regularly in the shade, drinking lots of fluids, staying hydrated, and wear light, loose, clothing to allow your body to regulate temperature,” Fay said.

More information about how to handle extreme heat is available online . Lexington’s heat advisory will continue through Friday.

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