A new wave of hot weather is sweeping through Southern California and is expected to last until Friday. Many cities have opened Cooling Centers to provide temporary relief to residents suffering from the scorching heat.
According to the National Weather Service, the valleys and inland empire areas will break 100 degrees Fahrenheit, with the city of San Bernardino reaching a high of 107 degrees Fahrenheit on Thursday and a low of 76 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Conversely, coastal areas will be cooler.
To prevent residents from experiencing heatstroke or discomfort due to the high temperatures, the city of San Gabriel, where many Chinese immigrants reside, has announced the opening of the San Gabriel Public Library (500 S De Mar Ave) as a free Cooling Center. The center will be open from 10 am to 7 pm on September 5 and from 10 am to 7 pm on September 6.
Rosemead has also opened the city’s Community Recreation Center (3936 North Muscatel Ave) for residents to cool off. The center will be open from September 3 to 8, from 11 am to 7 pm daily.
In Los Angeles, the Fred Roberts Recreation Center (4700 Honduras St), Jim Gilliam Recreation Center (4000 S. La Brea Ave), and Lincoln Heights Senior Center (2323 Workman St) will remain open until Friday to facilitate residents in seeking relief from the heat. The city of Los Angeles has mentioned that residents can also use local public libraries as places to cool down.
Apart from the mentioned cities, Los Angeles County has several free Cooling Centers available. Residents can visit the website ready.lacounty.gov/heat for more information on specific details.
During this heatwave, the National Weather Service reminds the public that the elderly, pregnant women, children, and homeless individuals are particularly susceptible to heat-related illnesses. In addition to staying hydrated, it is advised to choose cooler times for outdoor activities, wear light and comfortable clothing, and avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.