Cooling Centers

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GET OUT OF THE HEAT!
Exposure to extreme heat can be life threatening. Finding a place to cool off can make all the difference.

Find a Cooling Center near you.

What is a Cooling Center?

On unusually hot summer days, a Cooling Center is a place where you can go to cool off. Please call the Cooling Center nearest you for hours of operation during hot weather. Use our Cooling Center Locator to find a place to cool off near you. Locations include:

• Community Centers
• Fairgrounds
• Public Buildings

Can I go to a Cooling Center?

Yes. Cooling Centers are for everyone, especially those at risk of getting a heat-related illness:   • Senior citizens   • People with a medical condition   • People with a disability   • Infants and young children

How can I find a Cooling Center?

See if there is a Cooling Center near you with our easy-to-use Cooling Center Locator.

If you need a ride to a Cooling Center, there are transportation options available in your area. Find a ride near me.

If you don't find a Cooling Center in your city, you may be in a geographic area where extremely high temperatures are unlikely. Typically, Cooling Centers are in the Central Valley region. Watch your local TV channel weather forecast to be aware of temperatures and call your local city or county to ask about Cooling Centers in your area.

Be Safe in the Heat!

• Stay hydrated   • Go to a cool place like a mall or library   • Plan ahead — Check the weather forecast Get more tips on staying cool this summer!