Dear Neighbor,
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Los Angles County until Tuesday, August 6, at 8pm PST. Please find resources and tips to beat the heat below. Stay cool, everyone!
Cooling Center Locations:
Below is a list of cooling centers that Los Angeles County has opened in our district. You can also visit www.ready.lacounty.gov/heat for more cooling centers in your area.
If you are in Long Beach, air conditioning is available at several Long Beach Parks Community Centers and Long Beach City Library branches. Some community centers may be opened after hours on an emergency basis.
Please contact my office at (310) 831-1799 if you need assistance in locating a cooling center near you.
Admiral Kidd Community Center
2125 Sant Fe Avenue
(562) 570-1600
Open 10am-7pm
Houghton Community Center
6301 Myrtle Avenue
(562) 570-1640
Open 10am-7pm
McBride (CalRec) Community Center
1550 Martin Luther King Avenue
(562) 570-1605
Open 10am-7pm
El Dorado Park West Community Center
2800 Studebaker Road
(562) 570-3225
Open 10am-7pm
Heat Wave Tips:
People are encouraged to check on friends, family and neighbors who are home-bound to make sure they are not affected by the heat.
Older adults, those with chronic illnesses, infants and young children are at greater risk for heat-related illnesses. However, anyone can suffer heat illness and should take precautions to reduce the risk of heat-related illness and injury.
Stay Cool
- Choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
- Limit activities, when possible, to morning and evening hours.
- Spend peak heat hours (noon to 6 p.m.) in air-conditioning or take a cool shower or bath.
Hydrate
- Drink plenty of fluids; don’t wait until you’re thirsty.
- Stay away from alcohol, caffeine and very sugary drinks; they can be dehydrating.
- Replace salt and minerals lost during sweating with sports drinks or salty snacks.
- Make sure pets have plenty of water.
- If you have a chronic health condition, are on water pills or have been advised to limit water by your doctor, check in with your health care provider for guidance.
Protect Against Heat-Related Illness
- Apply sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes before going outside and reapply every two hours.
- Wear a wide-brimmed hat.
- Make sure pets have access to shade and water.
- Wear sunglasses that provide 100% UVA and UVB protection. Chronic exposure to the sun can cause cataracts.
- Never leave a child or pet in a parked car or asleep in direct sunlight.
Signs of Heat-Related Illness
Get medical help right away if a person’s temperature rises to 103 or above; if a person loses consciousness; if they experience fast, strong pulse; or symptoms last longer than one hour or worsen. In addition to those listed above, signs of heat-related illness include:
- Heavy sweating
- Cold, pale and clammy skin
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Confusion
Additionally, provide entry-proof barriers around pools and spas, and always have adult supervision while children are near water.
To learn more, visit longbeach.gov/extremeheat.
