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** Take Precautions to Avoid Heat-related Illness: Resources to Stay Cool
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With extreme high temperatures and heat indices forecast this week, Charlotte-Mecklenburg government agencies and partners are activating additional resources to assist vulnerable residents. Public Health ([link removed]) recommends that residents take extra precautions as heat-related illness can be more severe as the body temperature rises:
* Limit physical activity outside
* Drink plenty of water and limit alcohol use
* Stay cool in shaded areas outside or with fans or air-conditioning inside
* Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothes outside

High-Risk Groups Include:
* People over 65
* Infants and children
* Pregnant women
* People with heart or lung conditions
* People who work outdoors
* People who live in urban areas

Heat illness can be dangerous, but it is preventable with the right precautions and reversible with the right treatment. Learn more about how to manage extreme heat from the U.S. Centers for Disease ([link removed]) Control and Prevention ([link removed]) . Residents can also download this heat-related infographic ([link removed]) highlighting signs, symptoms, and useful guidance.

Resources Available June 23-25: Mecklenburg County, the City of Charlotte, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office, and homeless service providers work together to monitor the weather, support the needs of the community and address needs that may arise due to the extreme heat.

The Charlotte Area Transit System will provide free transportation to the day services centers, recreation centers, senior centers, and spraygrounds listed below, which are designated as cooling stations.

Day Services Centers: There are multiple centers available for people who are living unsheltered:
* Roof Above’s Day Services Center, 945 N College St, Charlotte ([link removed])
+ 8:30 AM to 4 PM Monday through Friday, and 9 AM to 12:30 PM Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
* Block Love Charlotte’s Day Services Center, 2738 N Graham St., Charlotte ([link removed])
+ 10 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday, and 10 AM to 5 PM Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
* The Relatives: On Ramp (young adults ages 18-24), 2219 Freedom Dr., Charlotte ([link removed])
+ 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Closed weekends and holidays.

Outreach staff will visit homeless encampments to provide information about available places to find relief locations and water if needed.

Recreation and Senior Centers: The following recreation and senior centers ([link removed]) are open to residents seeking relief from the heat:
* David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Road, Huntersville ([link removed])
* Eastway Regional Recreation Center, 3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte ([link removed])
* Ivory/Baker Recreation Center, 1920 Stroud Park Court, Charlotte ([link removed])
* Northern Regional Recreation Center, 18121 Old Statesville Road, Cornelius ([link removed])
* Revolution Park Sports Academy, 1225 Remount Road, Charlotte ([link removed])
* Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Road, Charlotte ([link removed])

Recreation and Senior Center locations and hours of operation are available online ([link removed]) .

Spraygrounds, Pools and Beach: The follo wing spraygrounds ([link removed]) are also available for use from 10 AM to 8 PM daily:
* Clarks Creek Community Park, 5435 Hucks Road ([link removed])
* Captain Jack, Elizabeth Park, 1100 East Trade St. ([link removed])
* Cordelia Park, 600 East 24th St. ([link removed])
* First Ward Park, 301 East Seventh St ([link removed]) .
* Latta Park, 601 East Park Ave ([link removed]) .
* Nevin Park, 6100 Statesville Road ([link removed])
* Romare Bearden Park, 300 South Church St. ([link removed])
* West Charlotte Recreation Center, 2401 Kendall Drive ([link removed])
* Veterans Park, 2136 Central Ave ([link removed]) .

Outdoor Water Attractions:
* Double Oaks Family Aquatic Center, 2014 Statesville Ave ([link removed]) , is open noon to 6 PM on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
* Cordelia Pool, 2100 North Davidson St ([link removed]) ., is open noon to 6 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
* Ramsey Creek Beach, 18441 Nantz Road ([link removed]) , is open noon to 6 PM Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Libraries: Charlotte Mecklenburg Library locations ([link removed]) are generally open to the public from 9 AM to 8 PM, Monday through Thursday, and from 9 AM to 5 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mecklenburg County Fan Initiatives: Mecklenburg County DSS Child, Family, and Adult Services ([link removed]) is helping seniors and adults who receive disability income by offering free box fans. Mecklenburg County residents 60 years and older and adults ages 18 to 59 who are disabled can pick up a fan while supplies last. Call 980-314-6800 (tel:980-314-6800) or email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .

Individuals are required to show a valid driver's license or state ID providing proof of age and a current Mecklenburg County address when picking up their fan. Limit one fan per person.

Energy Bill Assistance: Individuals and families in Mecklenburg County who are experiencing a cooling (or heating) energy bill-related crisis, a life-threatening or health-related emergency, and have a past due or final notice can apply for energy bill assistance through the Crisis Intervention Program. Details on the program, including criteria and applications, are available at MeckNC.gov/Energy ([link removed]) or by calling 704-336-3000 (tel:704-336-3000) . Assistance is available year-round or until all funds are exhausted.

Members of the public may also call 211 to receive the latest information regarding home utility and rental assistance options.

How to Help: Residents can reach out to one of Mecklenburg County’s many partners to learn how and what to donate to help the homeless community:
* HeartsfortheInvisibleCLT.org ([link removed])
* RoofAbove.org ([link removed])
* SalvationArmyCharlotte.org ([link removed])
* BlockLoveCLT.org ([link removed])
* TheRelatives.org ([link removed])

Stay Safe, Stay Cool,
Dimple Ajmera
Charlotte City Council
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