Houston Cooling Centers Open to Combat Extreme Heat

Extreme Heat in Houston

• 🌡️ Houston is experiencing the hottest days of the year so far, making staying safe and cool critical.
• 🥵 The forecast predicts a significant increase in temperature and heat index due to humidity within hours.

Public Cooling Facilities

• 🏛️ Several city facilities, including the Troutder family YMCA, are opening to help residents beat the heat.
• 💡 These centers are especially important for individuals without functioning air conditioning.

Staying Safe in High Heat

• ⚠️ Relying on fans alone is dangerous as they do not reduce body temperature; body temperature regulation is key.
• 💧 Recommendations include staying hydrated, taking cool showers, and limiting strenuous outdoor activity between 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
• 👵👴 It's important to check in on the elderly and ensure they are staying cool.
• 🐶 Remember to bring pets indoors during peak heat hours.

Accessing Cooling Centers

• 🗺️ The city's Office of Emergency Management provides an interactive map with locations of public cooling facilities.
• 💻 A full list and link to the map are available on the khou.com website.