Cooling Centers and Heat Relief Resources Available Through Sunday, August 9

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 9.

Cooling Centers

Open through Sunday, August 9

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.

Libraries

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

Central Library
7344 Washington Ave.

• Monday through Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday through Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Whittwood Branch Library
10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.

• Monday through Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday through Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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

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.