July Heat as Usual, So Desert Cool Centers to Remain Open
A heat warning for the desert areas of Riverside County remains in effect (hey, it’s July!), and cool centers will be open. Temperatures are expected to remain well over 100 degrees for the foreseeable future.
Residents particularly susceptible to the heat, such as the elderly and families with young children are encouraged to visit a cool center during extended periods of high-heat days. Cool Centers will provide snacks and water, in addition to activities and resource information. Plus, you can save on your home air conditioning bill.
People with the following symptoms should try to remain in a cool place and drink water to prevent dehydration:
* Headache
* Dizziness
* Weakness or muscle pains
* Nausea and vomiting
For more information or for a list of cool center locations, call (888) 636-8676 or visit www.rivcohealthdata.org . Speech or hearing impaired individuals may call TTY (951) 955-5126. For a list of summer-weather information and health recommendations, visit www.capriverside.org.
The heat advisories and cool centers are services offered by the Community Action Partnership of Riverside County, Riverside County Department of Public Health, Riverside County Fire Department, Volunteer Center of Riverside County and the American Red Cross.
Download the list of Cool Center locations HERE.