New London ― The city will use the public library and senior center as cooling centers in anticipation of the extreme heat and humidity forecast for the region over the next several days.

The adult reading room inside the Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St., will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

The senior center at 10 Brainard St., will be open as a cooling shelter from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. If necessary, the center’s cooling hours may be extended into the weekend, according to Mayor Michael Passero’s office.