City opening up 6 cooling centers to help residents during extreme heat
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The City of El Paso is activating its six cooling centers starting Wednesday to help residents deal with the triple-digit temperatures.
The city said the cooling centers provide an indoor, air-conditioned environment for people throughout the day.
The six stations are located at:
• Galatzan Rec Center, 650 Wallenberg Dr.
• Chalio Acosta Sports Center, 4321 Delta Dr.
• Veterans Rec Center, 5301 Salem Dr.
• Chamizal Rec Center, 2101 Cypress Ave.
• Valle Bajo Community Center, 7380 Alameda Ave.
• Marty Robbins Rec Center, 11620 Vista del Sol Dr.
The cooling centers will open Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Friday and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m.
Residents in need of a fan for their homes can request one for free by dialing 2-1-1. Fan donations are accepted at any El Paso and Horizon Fire Stations.
