Updated: July 20, 2017

The Giles County Office of Emergency Management warns that a heat advisory has been issued for Middle Tennessee today through Friday, but this weekend is expected to be just as hot.

For those who are at risk due to inadequate cooling in their homes, who are working outdoors or if you just need a place to cool off, O-E-M Director Jeremy Holley said there are shelters set up around the county.

These cooling shelters are open at:

Giles County Senior Citizens Center
100 Senior Citizens Dr.
931-363-6610
Hours 8:00-4:30

New Zion Baptist Church
1595 Sumac Rd.
931-363-0169
Hours 8:00-4:00

First Baptist Church
408 1st St.
931-363-3584
Hours 8:00-5:00

Oak Grove Baptist
150 Marvin Hughes Rd.
Hours 8:00-4:00

First United Methodist Church
200 W. Jefferson St.
931-363-2595
Hours 8:30-4:00 closed for lunch from 12:00-1:30

OEM Director Jeremy Holley says to stay indoors if possible, but if you cannot, he advises to drink plenty of fluids, wear light clothing and take breaks often. If possible, Holley advises to reschedule outdoor work or activities.