BEVERLY HILLS—The National Weather Service Station for Los Angeles and Oxnard issued an extreme heat warning for Los Angeles County, effective from 10 a.m. Friday, October 2, to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 8, due to a prolonged heatwave. Beverly Hills is reminding the public that three public cooling centers are open for residents to use to stay cool and safe.
The first cooling center is at Roxbury Park Community Center, 471 South Roxbury Drive, and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The second cooling center is at La Cienega Park Community Center, 8400 Gregory Way, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. It is closed on weekends. The final cooling center is at the Beverly Hills Public Library, 444 North Rexford Drive. The library is open Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. To obtain a full list of cooling centers in Los Angeles County, residents can call the LA County Information line at 2-1-1 or visit the County of Los Angeles Office of Emergency Management website.
Beverly Hills advises the public to practice heat safety to protect themselves and others. Those most at risk of heat-related illnesses include children and infants, people with chronic medical conditions, and those 65 and older. During the day, residents should stay hydrated by drinking cool, non-alcoholic beverages and, if possible, avoid unnecessary exertion. If they feel faint, thirsty, or dizzy, they should drink a sports drink or water and rest in the shade. Do the same if they experience physical signs of discomfort, such as headaches or muscle cramps. If people develop more severe symptoms, they should seek medical attention, as they may be experiencing heat exhaustion.
The city issued guidance on how residents can protect themselves from the heat when outdoors. At a job site, take breaks in the shade whenever possible and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Residents should check on the sick and the elderly, as well as those without indoor air conditioning. Do not leave children or animals unattended in vehicles, and check that none are in your car before locking the door.
When outdoors, residents should stay hydrated. They should also wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing made of lightweight material. Residents should also seek shade and limit strenuous activity.
