Coping As The Temperature Rises
On the second hottest day of the year for El Paso, the weather was inconvenient for some, and downright dangerous for others.
There was no escaping the heat Thursday for Edgar Diaz as he and his crew built a rockwall in East El Paso.
He said he and his crew start earlier on very warm days – at 6 a.m. – and stay hydrated with sports drinks.
He also makes sure to wear a hat so the sun won’t burn his skin.
Adult Protective Services is encouraging everyone to check on their elderly neighbors.
“If they don’t have A/C in their home, one of the best things you can do is take them to a cool public place such as a library,” said APS spokesman Paul Zimmerman.
APS, as part of the Extreme Weather Task Force, spent the day delivering fans to people without air conditioning.
Our crew joined the Extreme Weather Task Force for a fan delivery at Marta Benitez’s Central El Paso home.
Even with the help, she only has several fans cooling her whole home, in which she sometimes hosts her grandson.
“I need an air conditioner, period,” she said. “But I appreciate (the fan).”
APS has many more fan requests than fans to give, so they’re asking for the public’s help.
You can donate a box fan at any fire station.
For more information, or to request a fan, call 211.
Also keep in mind, an El Paso city ordinance says landlords are required to have some form of working air conditioning if it’s 90 degrees or hotter outside.
If you suspect a violation, you can call Code Compliance at 599-6290.