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Local cooling centers available Thursday

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Posted at 12:26 PM, Sep 02, 2021

and last updated 2021-09-02 13:26:48-04

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi has announced cooling centers will be open to the public Thursday, due to extreme heat conditions.

Some of the hours have been extended.

Senior Centers

Public Libraries

Name	Address	Phone	Hours
La Retama Central Library	805 Comanche	361-826-7055	10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Ben F. McDonald Public Library	4044 Greenwood	361-826-7055	10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Janet F. Harte Public Library	2629 Waldron	361-826-7055	10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Owen R. Hopkins Public Library	3202 McKinzie	361-826-7055	9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

For more information on the cooling centers visit the city website of call 361-826-CITY (2489).

The city reminds residents to adhere to the Texas Department of State Health Services' advise when it comes to staying safe in the heat:

Never leave anyone, including animals, in a closed, parked vehicle.
Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid drinks with alcohol, caffeine, or a lot of sugar.
Plan strenuous outdoor activity for early mornings or evenings when it’s cooler.
Take frequent breaks when working outside.
Signs and symptoms of heat illness include dizziness, heavy sweating, nausea, headaches, and muscle cramps. If signs and symptoms begin to emerge, move to a cooler location, rest a few minutes and slowly drink a cool liquid. Immediately seek medical attention if conditions do not improve and tell someone to observe you.
Frequently check on the elderly, the ill, and others who may need help.