M-NCPPC Activates Cooling Centers to Support Residents Impacted by Storm-Related Power Outages
RIVERDALE, Md. (September 5, 2026) – In response to ongoing power outages following recent severe storms, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County is activating emergency weather center and cooling centers across the county today and tomorrow to provide residents with access to a cool, comfortable environment while power is being restored.
While temperatures are not expected to reach extreme levels this weekend, many residents have been without power since the storms. The Department is opening its cooling centers as an additional resource for residents who may need a place to cool down, recharge, and take a break from conditions at home while power outages continue.
Emergency Weather Centers
Three M-NCPPC facilities will operate as Emergency Weather Centers from 8 am to 8 pm today and tomorrow:
- Langley Park Community Center: 1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20783
- Palmer Park Community Center: 7720 Barlowe Road, Hyattsville, MD 20785
- Upper Marlboro Community Center: 5400 Marlboro Race Track Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
The Department will continue to monitor storm-related impacts and assess conditions to determine the need for continued cooling center operations and any additional resources for residents.
Cooling Centers Open Today and Sunday
Regular Cooling Centers
M-NCPPC’s regular cooling centers will be available today, Saturday, September 5, and tomorrow, Sunday, September 6, during normal business hours. Please visit pgparks.com to confirm hours of operation.
Residents impacted by power outages are encouraged to utilize these locations as needed:
- Berwyn Heights Community Center: 6200 Pontiac Street, Berwyn Heights, MD
- Camp Springs Senior Activity Center: 6420 Allentown Road, Camp Springs, MD
- Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: 5720 Addison Road, Seat Pleasant, MD
- Glenarden Community Center: 8615 McLain Avenue, Glenarden, MD
- Harmony Hall Recreation Center: 10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD
- Hillcrest Heights Community Center: 2300 Oxon Run Drive, Hillcrest Heights, MD
- Huntington Community Center: 13022 8th Street Unit B, Bowie, MD
- John E. Howard Community Center: 4400 Shell Street Capitol Heights, MD
- John E. Howard Senior Activity Center: 4400 Shell Street, Capitol Heights, MD
- Kentland Community Center: 2413 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover, MD
- Largo/Kettering/ Perrywood Community Center: 431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD
- Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center: 7120 Contee Road, Laurel, MD
- Oakcrest Community Center: 1300 Capitol Heights Boulevard, Capitol Heights, MD
- Rolllingcrest-Chillum Community Center: 6120 Sargent Road, Chillum, MD
- Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex: 13601 Missouri Avenue, Brandywine, MD
- Seat Pleasant Activity Center: 5720 Addison Road, Seat Pleasant, MD
- Southern Regional Technology and Recreational Center: 7007 Bock Road Fort Washington, MD
- Suitland Community Center: 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville, MD
- Temple Hills Community Center: 5300 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills, MD
- Tucker Road Ice Rink: 1770 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD
- Vansville Community Center: 6813 Ammendale Road, Beltsville, MD
Storm Recovery and Facility Updates
The Department’s maintenance and operations crews continue working diligently to clear trees, fallen limbs, leaves, and other storm-related debris throughout the park system. Crews are prioritizing areas with immediate safety concerns and will continue assessments as weather conditions permit.
Watkins Regional Park is now open; however, all facilities within the park remain closed, including the Watkins Tennis Bubble, Watkins Nature Center, and Watkins Regional Park Farm.
The following facilities remain closed due to storm-related impacts:
- Cedar Heights Community Center: 1200 Glen Willow Drive, Seat Pleasant, MD
- Cedar Park Heights Park: 1010 Cypresstree Drive Capitol Heights, MD
- J. Franklyn Bourne Memorial Pool: 6500 Calmos St, Capitol Heights, MD
Facilities that have reopened:
- Columbia Park Community Center: 1901 Kent Village Drive, Landover, MD
- Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: 5720 Addison Road, Seat Pleasant, MD
- Oakcrest Community Center: 1300 Capitol Heights Boulevard, Capitol Heights, MD
- Patuxent Community Center: 4410 Bishopmill Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD
- Peppermill Community Center: 610 Hill Road, North Englewood, MD
- Seat Pleasant Activity Center: 5720 Addison Road, Seat Pleasant, MD
Additional closure:
- Riversdale House Museum – closed through Sunday, September 6, 2026: 4811 Riverdale Road, Riverdale, MD
Residents and visitors are advised to avoid closed parks and facilities and to follow all posted signage, barricades, and staff instructions. Those visiting open parks and facilities should use extreme caution and remain alert for downed trees, branches, debris, standing water, and other storm-related hazards.
Continuing Storm Recovery
Crews continue to actively work to restore power and address storm-related impacts throughout the community. M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County teams are working diligently to welcome residents back into community centers and facilities as quickly and safely as possible as conditions allow.
Residents are encouraged to stay up to date on the latest facility openings, closures, cooling center operations, and other storm-related updates by visiting pgparks.com and monitoring PG Parks Alerts.
Outdoor Aquatic Facilities Open This Weekend
This weekend also marks the final weekend of the outdoor pool season. The following outdoor aquatic facilities will be open today, Saturday, September 5:
- Allentown Splash Park: 7210 Allentown Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744
- Cross Creek Pool: 12806 Bay Hills Drive, Calverton, MD 20705
- Ellen Linson Splash Park: 5211 Campus Drive, College Park, MD 20740
- Glenn Dale Splash Park: 1901 Glenn Dale Boulevard, Glenn Dale, MD 20769
- Hamilton Splash Park: 3901 Hamilton Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781
- Lane Manor Splash Park: 7601 West Park Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20783
- North Barnaby Splash Park: 5000 Wheeler Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Advanced registration is suggested where applicable. Residents should visit pgparks.com for current operating hours, registration information, and availability before visiting.
About the Department
With over 30,000 acres of parkland, trails, athletic fields, playgrounds, and more, the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County provides an award-winning park system through progressive, quality, innovative leadership and a commitment to its community and environment. The Department delivers first-class recreational activities and programs for people of all ages and ability levels. It strives to improve the quality of life for Prince George’s County residents and the communities in which they live, work, and raise families. The Department’s Formula 2040 Plan establishes a framework that will ensure the Department can meet future parks and recreation programmatic and facility needs, fulfilling its mission to determine the combination of land, facilities, and programs that will provide appropriate experiences for Prince Georgians in the future. To learn more, visit www.pgparks.com.
