12:00 - 2:00pm
Our first major summer heatwave is undoubtedly here. The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for the Bay Area through Wednesday. I wanted to share some helpful tips and resources to beat the heat:
- Never leave infants, children or the frail elderly unattended in a parked car.
- Drink plenty of fluids. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty.
- Dress in lightweight, loose-fitting clothing. Use a hat and sunscreen as needed.
- Drink fruit juice or a sports beverage to replace salts and minerals lost during heavy sweating.
- During the hottest parts of the day, keep physical activities to a minimum and stay indoors in air-conditioning and out of the sun.
- Use fans as needed.
- Open windows to allow fresh air to circulate when appropriate.
- Use cool compresses, misting, showers and baths.
- Eat frozen treats.
Heatstroke and heat exhaustion can come on suddenly and affects the young children and the elderly more acutely. During a heatwave, it is important to keep an eye out for symptoms of Heat Illness. I also encourage you to utilize cooling centers in and around the district.
Cooling Centers
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EHSD District Office |
400 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill |
Aug 14 and Aug 17-18 from 1 - 5 PM |
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Concord Senior Center |
2727 Parkside Circle, Concord |
Aug 14 -18 from 1 PM - 6PM |
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Dublin Senior Center |
7600 Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin |
Aug 14-16 from 12 PM - 8 PM |
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Livermore Community Center |
4444 East Ave, Livermore |
Aug 14, 17, 18 from 12 - 5 PM and Aug 15, 16 from 12 - 6 PM |
Social distancing, masking and other COVID-19 safety precautions in place at cooling centers.
Flex Alerts are often issued during heatwaves. Californians are urged to conserve electricity when the grid is most stressed by turning off unnecessary lights and avoid using major appliances during the hottest parts of the day. These actions help reduce the stress on our power grid and help protect against power interruptions.
Lastly, I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to my staff Virtual Office Hours on Wednesday, August 19. This is an opportunity to connect directly with my staff and have a chance to get linked to resources, share your concerns, and receive help with state agencies such as the EDD and DMV. Information about how to access the Zoom will be sent to those who RSVP.
Virtual Office Hours
Wednesday, August 19th
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Information about how to access the zoom will be sent to those who RSVP.
If you cannot make it to Virtual Office Hours, please know that you can reach out to my office at anytime with questions, concerns, or requests for assistance. You can reach my staff at 925-328-1515.
