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How To Stay Cool During A Scorching Hot Labor Day Weekend
Palm trees silhouetted against a California sunset. (Stock photo by Molly Martirez Via Unsplash)
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Southern California is expecting another scorching heat wave this weekend. The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning for parts of Los Angeles and Orange counties starting Friday and running through Labor Day.
The hottest day is expected to be Sunday, when the San Gabriel and San Fernando valleys could hit 115 degrees.
David Sweet with the National Weather Service says the lack of sea breezes means the beaches will also be warmer than usual.
"Even locations on the coast, especially on Sunday, are going to be looking at high temperatures anywhere from 85 to 95, even right near the beaches."
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As always, county and city agencies will open cooling centers for vulnerable populations. Space is limited because of the pandemic, so check before you go.
COOLING CENTER LOCATIONS
The following list of cooling centers is courtesy of the county's emergency website, Ready LA County.
Los Angeles County
(Trained service dogs welcome, according to the county)
Quartz Hill Library
Wednesday, September 2, 2020 to Sunday, September 6, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
5040 W. Ave. M-2, Quartz Hill, CA 93356
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Salazar Park
Friday, September 4, 2020 to Sunday, September 6, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
3864 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Sunshine Park
Friday, September 4, 2020 to Sunday, September 6, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
515 Deepmead Ave., La Puente, CA 91744
Valleydale Park
Friday, September 4, 2020 to Sunday, September 6, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
5525 N. Lark Ellen Ave., Azusa, CA 91702
Stevenson Ranch Library
Wednesday, September 2, 2020 to Sunday, September 6, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
25950 The Old Rd., Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
City of El Monte
El Monte Community Center
Saturday, September 5, 2020 to Sunday, September 6, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
3130 Tyler Ave., El Monte, CA 91731
City of Glendale
Griffith Manor Park
Friday, September 4, 2020 and Tuesday, September 8, 2020
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
1551 Flower St., Glendale, CA 91201
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Pacific Community Center
Saturday, September 5, 2020 to Monday, September 7, 2020
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
City of Palmdale
Chimbole Cultural Center
Wednesday, September 2, 2020 to Tuesday, Septmber 8, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
38350 Sierra Hwy., Palmdale, CA 93550
City of San Fernando
Las Palmas Park
Friday, September 4, 2020 to Tuesday, September 8, 2020
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
505 S. Huntington St., San Fernando, CA 91340
City of Burbank
Buena Vista Library
Friday, September 4, 2020 to Monday, September 7, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA 91505
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City of Pasadena
Robinson Park
Friday, September 4, 2020 to Monday, September 7, 2020
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, CA 91003
City of Lancaster
Museum of Art and History
Ongoing
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
665 W. Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster, CA 93534
City of Torrance
Ken Miller Recreational Center
Saturday, September 5, 2020 to Sunday, September 6, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
3341 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503
City of San Dimas
Senior Center/Community Center
Thursday, September 3, 2020 to Thursday, September 10, 2020
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
201 E. Bonita Ave., San Dimas, CA 91773
City of Glendora
Crowther Teen & Family Center
Friday, September 4, 2020 to Monday, September 7, 2020
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
241 W. Dawson Ave., Glendora, CA 91740
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
- Cooling center protocols during COVID-19 (L.A. County)
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