Release Date: August 25, 2011
City of San Antonio Communications Office: 207-7234
Thirty-seven cooling locations available to seniors and others at risk
In the midst of another heat advisory this summer, the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District (SAMHD) identified 37 cooling locations throughout the city for residents needing to cool off during these high-temperature days. SAMHD also asks the community to keep a close watch on neighbors or relatives affected most by excessive heat conditions, usually infants, young children and the elderly.
"We are working to provide additional cooling options for our population most at risk of developing heat-related problems and make them feel a little better during these hot days," said Dr. Thomas Schlenker, Director of SAMHD.
The following map lists the locations available, which are all located near public transportation routes.
Nine City pools will be open from 1-7 p.m. on August 27 and 28, and September 3-5. These nine pools include Dellview, Fairchild, Southside Lions, Heritage, Roosevelt, Cuellar, Woodlawn, Spring Time and LBJ. In addition, the City Natatorium is open daily, year-round. More information can be found at http://www.sanantonio.gov/parksandrec/swimming.aspx.
Seniors in need of a fan for their home can call the United Way's 2-1-1 Helpline and request a free fan by phone from Project Cool. Eligible recipients must be 60 years of age or older and demonstrate need for a fan.
Residents are warned that the danger of heat-related injuries and the potential for fatalities increase under a Level II alert. If they do not live in a home with air conditioning or cannot visit one during the severest heat of the day (typically between 2-7 p.m.), they are encouraged to visit an air-conditioned facility, or call one of the community resources below to seek air-conditioned relief.
Community members can contact the National Weather Service for the most current weather conditions at 830-606-3617 or visit www.weather.gov/sanantonio for current hourly weather.
For Further Assistance:
If you have an emergency, call: 911
For utility assistance, call CPS: 210-353-2222
For fan assistance, call the United Way Help Line: 211
For non-emergency information, call: 311 (Hours 7 a.m.-11 p.m.)