Extreme Heat Resources and Tips 

June 30, 2023
Dear  John xxxxxx,

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These past few days, we’ve seen record-breaking heat across TX-29 and the Houston area. I want to ensure you’re well-prepared with the best resources and information to navigate these temperatures safely.

I’ve compiled reliable local resources – including community cooling centers – in this e-newsletter to help you during this heat wave. If you plan on traveling to a local community center, I highly recommend checking the center to ensure they are still open and ready to receive you. Please remember to stay properly hydrated!


If you or someone you know is in immediate danger due to heat, please call 9-1-1. Please continue reading below and share this with a friend who may find it helpful.
 
Local Resources

Ready Harris– Sign up for disaster updates and resources.

CenterPoint Energy – Check on power outages and estimated time of repair.

Texas Emergency Helpline – Dial 211 to request disaster assistance.

NOAA's National Weather Service heat danger chart.
 

Cooling Centers
(Operating Hours for Centers): 

Monday - Wednesday 8 A.M. – 5 P.M. |Tuesday – Thursday 8 A.M. – 9 P.M. | Friday 8 A.M. – 12 P.M.
 

Felix Baldree Community Center, located at 13828 Corpus Christi Street, Houston, TX 77015


Hardy Community Center, located at 11901 West Hardy Road, Houston, TX 77076 


North East Harris County Community Center, located at 10918 1/2 Bentley Street, Houston, TX 77093 


Pep Mueller Community Center, located at 14750 Henry Road, Houston, TX 77060 


East Harris County Activity Center, located at 7340 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505 

Magnum-Howell Community Center, located at Doss Park Rd, Houston, TX 77038

Martin Flukinger Community Center, located at 16003 Lorenzo Street Channelview, TX 77530

Leonel Castillo Community Center, located at 2101 South Street Houston, TX 77009

 

Tips to Stay Cool

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Sincerely, 
 
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Sylvia R. Garcia 
Member of Congress 
 
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