Politics & Government

Antonovich Warns of Impending Heat Wave

The Los Angeles County supervisor and the Department of Public Health offers tips, areas to stay cool.

With Los Angeles County expecting to see another heat wave this week, County Supervisor Michael Antonovich issued a warning to residents urging them to take safety precautions as temperatures climb.

According to the National Weather Service, this week’s weather is expected to reach the high 90s in Glendora. It is expected to hit triple digits in the San Fernando, Santa Clarita and Antelope Valleys

The Department of Public Health recommends several ways stay cool during a heatwave:

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  •  Never leave children, elderly people, or pets alone in a parked vehicle.
  • Wear light, loose fitting clothing to stay cool
  • Drink water often.  Avoid drinking alcohol.
  •  Check on those in your neighborhood who have limited mobility.
  •  Stay in an air-conditioned area (a mall, park, or library) during peak heat hours
  • Avoid unnecessary exposure.
  • When in the sun, wear a hat with a wide brim.
  • Don’t exercise vigorously outside during the hottest hours of the day.

Symptoms of dehydration and heat cramps include dizziness, fatigue, faintness, headaches, muscle cramps, and increased thirst. 

The city of Glendora recently released a list of free public cooling centers:

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  • , 333 E. Foothill Blvd. Hours Monday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays 9 a.m. to  6 p.m. (only open if the forcast is for temperatures 99 degrees and above).
  • , 140 S. Glendora Ave. Hours: Monday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • , 241 W. Dawson Ave. Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

For a list of cooling centers and additional information on heat-related illnesses and prevention, visit the Public Health website at http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov, or call the LA County Information line at 2-1-1 from any phone within the county.


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