Cooling Centers and Heat Relief Resources Available Through Sunday, August 2

High temperatures are expected this week. The City of Whittier is providing cooling centers and extending splash pad and splash fountain hours to help residents stay cool through Sunday, August 2.

Cooling Centers

Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, August 2

8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

• Palm Park, 5703 Palm Ave.
• Whittier Community Center, 7630 Washington Ave.

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Whittier Senior Center, 13225 Walnut St.

12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

• Michigan Park Modular Building, 8228 Michigan Ave.

Libraries

Libraries are also available as places to cool off during regular operating hours.

Central Library
7344 Washington Ave.

• Monday through Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday and Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Closed Saturday, August 1.

Whittwood Branch Library
10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.

• Monday through Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday and Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Closed Saturday, August 1.

Splash Pad and Splash Fountains

Extended Hours: 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Splash Pad

• Lee & Erika Owens (LEO) Park
• 7954 Greenleaf Ave.

Splash Fountains

• Palm Park, 5703 Palm Ave.
• Michigan Park, 8228 Michigan Ave.

Recreational Swim

Palm Park Aquatics Center
5703 Palm Ave.

Daily Recreational Swim

• 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• $3 per swimmer

Free Recreational Swim
Friday, July 31

• 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Heat Safety Tips

• Avoid the sun when possible.
• Drink plenty of fluids.
• Stay cool indoors.
• Use sunscreen.
• Monitor those at higher risk from extreme heat.
• Keep your pets safe.

Stay safe, stay hydrated, and take advantage of these resources if you need to cool down.