UPDATED PR: COOLING CENTERS REMAIN OPEN IN REDDING, COTTONWOOD AND SHASTA LAKE; HHSA CONTINUES TO MONITOR TEMPERATURES

UPDATED PR: COOLING CENTERS REMAIN OPEN IN REDDING, COTTONWOOD AND SHASTA LAKE; HHSA CONTINUES TO MONITOR TEMPERATURES

SHASTA COUNTY – HHSA continues to monitor temperatures in Shasta County and provide the community with updated Cooling Center information.

In response to the extended period of extreme heat and the possibility of power outages, Shasta County HHSA, in collaboration with community partners, is operating temporary Cooling Centers at:

St. James Lutheran Church
2500 Shasta View Drive, Redding
Fri. 7/5/24 - Sat. 7/6/24  |  Noon - 8 p.m.
Mon. 7/8/24  |  4 – 8 p.m.

Redding Recreation Teen Center (in Caldwell Park, next to the skate park)
44 Quartz Hill Road, Redding
Fri. 7/5/24 - Sun. 7/7/24 |  2 - 6 p.m.

Shasta Lake Visitor's Center, Meeting Room
1525 Median Ave., Shasta Lake
Fri. 7/5/24 - Mon. 7/8/24  |  Noon - 8 p.m.

Cottonwood Community Center, Middle Hall
20595 Gas Point Road, Cottonwood
Fri. 7/5/2024 - Sun. 7/7/24  |  Noon - 8 p.m.

County Cooling Center services available:

• Bottled Water

Cooling Centers are open to everyone in the community. For updates, call the Extreme Temperature Information Line at (530) 229-8882 or visit ShastaHeatSafety.org.

What are County Cooling Centers?

Cooling Centers are opened at existing facilities (libraries, churches, senior centers, etc.). They are located strategically throughout the county and are open for a limited time to provide relief in extreme heat conditions. Centers are staffed by HHSA employees.

Are there other places to go to cool off?

To view a list of public air-conditioned spaces available during regular business hours, visit ShastaHeatSafety.org and see Supporting Document or call (530) 229-8882.

PG&E is opening Community Resource Centers for people living in areas affected by Public Safety Power Shutoffs. Check the PG&E Outage Center website for more information.

Is transportation available?

RABA bus service is free through September 30, 2024. Visit RABAride.com or call (530) 241-2877 for schedules and more information.

Who is most at risk for heat-related illness?

Just a few hours in air-conditioning can significantly reduce a person’s risk of heat-related illness. People at greater risk are:

• Older Adults
• Young children and babies
• Sick or living with a chronic health condition
• Living in a home or shelter without air conditioning
• Working or exercising outdoors
• Living on a fixed or low income (some may not turn on air conditioning due to cost)
• Experiencing homelessness

How can people stay safe in extreme heat?

• Stay hydrated.
• Dress in light-colored, loose-fitting, breathable clothing.
• Stay indoors in air-conditioned spaces, especially in the heat of the day and evening.
• Move outdoor activities indoors or to the cooler parts of the day.
• Take cool baths or showers.
• Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
• Call 911 if you suspect heat stroke.
• Never leave people or pets in closed cars on warm days.
• Ensure pets have plenty of water and shade all day as the sun moves; bring them into air-conditioned spaces, if possible.

For Cooling Center updates and a list of air-conditioned spaces available during regular business hours, call the Extreme Temperature Information Line at (530) 229-8882 or visit ShastaHeatSafety.org.

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