Riverside County is extending the heat warnings for cities in the Coachella Valley, and eastern Riverside County. The heat warnings are posted despite lower than average temperatures across the Coachella Valley.
Cool centers in the affected areas will be open and temperatures are expected to remain over 97 degrees for the next seven days.
Individuals susceptible to 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.
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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.
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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, Community Connect – formerly the Volunteer Center of Riverside County, and the American Red Cross.
