Heat is changing how schools and city services operate across Lexington
By Karyn Czar
September 2, 2026 at 8:37 AM EDT
Fayette County Public Schools is canceling and limiting outdoor activities because of a National Weather Service heat advisory and Lexington’s Phase One Heat Plan.
Fayette County Public Schools is canceling and limiting outdoor activities because of a National Weather Service heat advisory and Lexington’s Phase One Heat Plan.
For elementary and middle school students, all after-school outdoor activities have been canceled. At the high school level, outdoor practices and events are restricted and can only take place after 7 p.m.
During the hottest parts of the day, schools are moving recess and P.E. classes indoors when possible or adjusting activities to keep students out of the heat.
The changes come as temperatures and heat indices are expected to climb above 100 degrees.
Lexington’s Phase One Heat Plan is in effect through Friday, September 4. The city is keeping community centers open later and operating cooling stations for people looking for a break from the heat.
For people who need a ride to a cooling station, Lextran is offering free rides on fixed routes.
For elementary and middle school students, all after-school outdoor activities have been canceled. At the high school level, outdoor practices and events are restricted and can only take place after 7 p.m.
During the hottest parts of the day, schools are moving recess and P.E. classes indoors when possible or adjusting activities to keep students out of the heat.
The changes come as temperatures and heat indices are expected to climb above 100 degrees.
Lexington’s Phase One Heat Plan is in effect through Friday, September 4. The city is keeping community centers open later and operating cooling stations for people looking for a break from the heat.
For people who need a ride to a cooling station, Lextran is offering free rides on fixed routes.