A countywide heat warning has been issued through Aug. 26 and cool
centers will be open throughout the region.
Temperatures are expected to
remain over 100 degrees for the next
three days in most Riverside County
areas. Higher temperatures are
expected in the desert areas.
Vulnerable individuals, such as
children and the elderly, are
encouraged to visit a cool center
during extended periods of highheat
days. Cool centers provide
snacks and water, in addition to
activities and resource information.
Cool centers are open during the
week. Residents should check with
their local cool center for weekend
hours.
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.
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,
Volunteer Center of Riverside
County and the American Red
Cross
-Riverside County Reports