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July 5, 2007

What

Three new West County senior centers have been added to list of cooling centers in Contra Costa County.

Who

Contra Costa Health Services is warning residents to avoid heat-related illnesses during the current heat wave and to go to cooling stations if they do not have air conditioning. Temperatures in in-land areas are expected to exceed 100 degrees July 5 through July 6.

Note: These facilities are open Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

Why

Elderly, children and people with chronic health problems are particularly at risk for heat related illness and should take precautions such as limiting outdoor activity; drinking plenty of fluids; wearing lightweight, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing; going to a community air-conditioned facility; and checking on family and friends that are at high risk. Do not sit, or leave children and/or pets in cars. More information about how to protect from heat related illness is available online at cchealth.org and on the Contra Costa Health Services Health Emergency Information Line at 1-888-959-9911 or 211.

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