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Los Angeles County activates cooling centers and urges precautions as heat wave approaches
Summary
County officials warned of a heat wave forecast for March 16–20, announced activation of more than 100 cooling centers (including L.A. County libraries) and urged residents, outdoor workers and people experiencing homelessness to seek relief and follow public-health guidance.
Supervisor Hilda Solis, chair of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, announced the county has activated more than 100 cooling centers and other support measures as a dangerous heat wave is forecast to hit the region from March 16 through March 20. “Temperatures across the county will reach between 96 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit, creating significant risks for our communities,” she said.
The measures are intended to protect people at highest risk, including older adults, infants and young children, pregnant people, residents with chronic health conditions, outdoor workers and people experiencing homelessness. Solis cited the county’s indoor heat ordinance — which sets a maximum indoor temperature of 82 degrees Fahrenheit — as a key safeguard for residents who lack access to cooling.
Dr. Anish, Chief Deputy Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, said the…
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