With temperatures in parts of Los Angeles County expected to rise into the triple digits, various public facilities will serve as Emergency Cooling Centers providing residents who lack air conditioning at home with relief from the heat, free of charge.
By News Desk
All Centers will require visitors to bring a face covering to wear at all times. Staff and visitors will also be required to maintain a distance of at least six feet between one another. Exceptions will be made for individuals living in the same household. The centers will not be open for recreational activity.
Locations
Pasadena
Robinson Park
1081 North Fair Oaks Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91003
Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7
9:00 am – 6:00 pm.
The center can accommodate up to 50 people.
Sierra Madre
Hart Park House
222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
The center can accommodate up to 16 people.
South Pasadena
War Memorial Building
435 Fair Oaks Avenue
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
The Cooling center can hold up to 38 people.
San Marino
Crowell Public Library
1890 Huntington Drive
San Marino, CA 91108
Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7
10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
San Gabriel
Adult Recreation Center
324 S Mission Dr.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7
10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Glendale
Griffith Manor Park
1551 Flower Street
Glendale, CA 91201
Friday, September 4 and Tuesday, September 8
10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Pacific Community Center (entrance near pickleball court)
501 South Pacific Avenue
Glendale, CA 91204
Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7
10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Burbank
Buena Vista Library
300 North Buena Vista Street
Burbank, CA 91505
Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
Click here for the full list. More locations may be added or hours extended based on weather conditions.
Heat safety tips
- Keep hydrated; water is your best choice!
- Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
- If you must be outdoors, seek shade, apply sunscreen, and wear a hat or use an umbrella.
- Call to check on your elderly family members and friends.
- Bring pets indoors and make sure they have plenty of water too.
- Never leave a child or pet unattended in a vehicle.
Flex Alert
The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, beginning Saturday and extending through Monday, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Power grid operator predicts high heat, energy demand this holiday weekend.
Water safety tips
- Never take your eyes off a child when they are in or near any body of water.
- Don’t rely on inflatable devices to keep your child afloat.
- Remove toys, tricycles, or other playthings from the water and away from the pool or spa.
- Keep a life-saving ring, shepherd’s hook and CPR instructions at poolside.
Fire safety tips
- Have working smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in each level of your home.
- Have two escape routes out of your home and practice with your family.
- Clear leaves and other debris from roofs, gutters, and decks.
- Have a “Ready, Set, Go” kit in your home. Establish a meeting place for your family in the event of a fire.
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