Cooling Centers Open Across Southern California Amid Extreme Heat

As Southern California endures intense summer heat, local officials have opened cooling centers and provided vital resources to help all residents remain safe and cool.

Los Angeles County Cooling Centers

In Los Angeles County, dozens of cooling centers are open to the public. Locations and operating hours can be found at ready.lacounty.gov/heat.

Officials also recommend seeking relief in other air-conditioned spaces such as movie theaters, shopping malls, libraries, and public recreation facilities like county pools and splash pads.

For resources within the City of Los Angeles, you can:

• Call 3-1-1
• Contact the Library Information Office at (213) 228-7555
• Visit the L.A. “Beat the Heat” webpage

Mayor Karen Bass is encouraging residents to take advantage of available cooling centers, including:

• Recreation and Parks facilities – list available at laparks.org/reccenter
• Public libraries – find a branch at lapl.org/branches

For other cities within Los Angeles County, visit your local city website or access a city directory from this L.A. County city list.

Orange County Cooling Centers

Orange County officials advise residents to limit time in direct heat and stay in cool environments such as:

• Your air-conditioned home (set between 75–80°F)
• Local libraries
• Shopping malls
• Community centers

If staying home, keep blinds closed and wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Staying hydrated is key—sip water throughout the day and avoid caffeine and alcohol.

Cooling center locations are listed on the ocgov.com website.

Riverside County Cooling Centers

In Riverside County, public health officials are warning of heat-related health risks and sharing tips for prevention.

“Extreme heat can be dangerous for everyone, especially for those who work outdoors, as well as for older adults, young children, pregnant women, those with heart disease, and individuals who have other chronic medical conditions.”
— Dr. Jennifer Chevinsky, Riverside County Public Health Officer

Cooling centers and safety tips are available at the county’s CAP Emergency Services page.

Staying cool, hydrated, and informed is essential during these extreme temperatures. Check your local county website for the latest updates and resources, or visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat for information specific to Los Angeles County.