LIST: Los Angeles cooling centers open during California heat wave
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The City of Los Angeles is opening several cooling center as Southern California deals with the ongoing heat wave.

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LA City opens cooling centers amid heat wave

The City of Los Angeles is opening multiple cooling centers in the wake of the ongoing heat wave.

LOS ANGELES (CNS) - As searing temperatures continue to rise, the city of Los Angeles committed to opening cooling centers this week.

The air-conditioned spaces, free and open to pets, are expected to provide temporary relief to a public struggling with the heat.

Five cooling centers will be open from Tuesday through Friday:

  1. Fred Roberts Recreation Center, 4700 Honduras St., Los Angeles
  2. Mid Valley Senior Center, 8801 Kester Ave., Panorama City
  3. Sunland Senior Center, 8640 Fenwick St., Sunland
  4. Jim Gilliam Recreation Center, 4000 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles
  5. Lincoln Heights Senior Center, 2323 Workman St., Los Angeles

Additionally, the city stated that public libraries are spaces the public could utilize for cooling and shelter.

A statement issued by Mayor Bass’ office said added that residents on Skid Row will be provided with cold beverages, seating and shade at the following stations:

  1. Towne Street (between Fifth and Sixth streets) across the street from the ReFresh Spot
  2. San Pedro Street, mid-block between Sixth and Seventh streets
  3. Fifth and Maple streets
  4. The ReFresh Spot, 544 Towne Ave., open 24 hours a day, seven days a week

The statement also advised the public to take preventive measures to avoid heat-strokes and other related issues.