LAS CRUCES – With temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits this week, the City of Las Cruces has activated several cooling stations to provide relief for residents from Tuesday, June 9, through Thursday, June 11.
Cooling stations offer a safe, air-conditioned place for older adults, vulnerable residents, and anyone seeking relief from extreme heat. Residents are encouraged to call facilities ahead of time to verify operating hours.
Cooling stations open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Thursday include:
• Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center, 304 W. Bell Ave.
• Henry R. Benavidez Community Center, 1045 McClure Rd.
• Munson Center, 975 S. Mesquite St.
• Sage Café, 6121 Reynolds Dr.
Additional cooling stations include:
• Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave.
• Mesilla Valley Intermodal Transit Terminal, 300 W. Lohman Ave.
• Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Ave. (designated public areas remain open during construction)
City officials are urging residents to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest parts of the day, and check on neighbors, relatives, and pets.
Health officials warn that symptoms of heat exhaustion may include dizziness, weakness, headaches, nausea, confusion, and fainting. Heat stroke is a medical emergency and may cause hot, dry skin, loss of consciousness, confusion, or seizures. Anyone experiencing signs of heat stroke should call 911 immediately.
Those most at risk for heat-related illness include young children, older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, outdoor workers, and individuals taking certain medications.
Residents who must spend time outdoors are encouraged to wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and take frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
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