After a brief respite from the extreme heat, it’s working its way back into Alexandria.
At 9:45 a.m. Friday, the temperature in Alexandria was 90. Temperatures are expected to climb as high as 103, with heat index values reaching 111.
If you can brave the heat long enough to leave the office or house, here’s a guide to Alexandria’s pools, frozen treat shops and air-conditioned hangouts.
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Pools
Warwick Pool, located at 3301 Landover Street, is open noon to 7 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. Admission fees are listed here.
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Old Town Pool, located at 1609 Cameron Street, is open from noon to 7 p.m. Admission fees are listed here.
Other Places
Make a visit to or , both located on Commonwealth Avenue.
Movies started at 11 a.m. today at the Regal Potomac Yard 16 movie theater.
If you're looking to stay cool in Old Town, make a visit to the air-conditioned stacks of on Queen Street. on Wythe Street is also a good option.
Frozen Goodness
Friday’s custard flavor of the day at the is banana pudding. Or, grab some sorbet and bring home a frozen puppy pop for Fido.
also has ice cream and sorbet, including the store's famous "diva" milkshakes.
Of course, all of Del Ray’s coffee shops have caffeine on ice (iced coffee, iced tea and more).
Old Town Alexandria Patch columnist Tara Maglio is of the best places to get frozen treats in Old Town.
Heat Tips
- If you don’t have air conditioning, go somewhere that has it. If you have to, try to stay on the lowest floor of a building and stay out of the sun.
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated—a key component to keeping yourself cool.
- Dress in light colored, lightweight clothes.
- Try to spend the hottest part of the day in an air-conditioned location, such as your local library, movie theater or mall.
- Check on your elderly neighbors, who are more susceptible to heat-related health problems.
- Even with shade and water, it’s just too hot for your animals to be outside.
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