DOC Summer 2026 Heat Action Plan

KEEPING PEOPLE COOL

During the summer, all individuals in custody are afforded both shorts and T-shirts. As of May 4, 2026, the Department’s warehouse inventory has more than 25,000 short-sleeved T-shirts and more than 30,000 shorts, with recurring deliveries of T-shirts and shorts scheduled throughout the summer. Summer uniform distribution will begin the week of May 17, 2026.

Departmental staff are also encouraged to wear their summer uniforms, which consist of short-sleeved shirts in the warmer months while in the facilities.
 
All non-air-conditioned housing units are provided with a minimum of two industrial-sized fans to ensure continuous circulation of air. The Department currently has over 250 pedestal fans in its warehouse in addition to the fans that are at facilities. Ice will be available and delivered to housing units on a regular basis during the hottest hours of the day. Facilities are authorized to begin bagging and storing ice in preparation for the hot summer months.

The Department’s Facility Maintenance and Repair Division has been diligently working to ensure air conditioners, ice dispensers and showers are functioning properly.