Concord Cooling Center Opens Amid Heat Wave And Possible Outages

CONCORD — As temperatures were predicted to rise gradually, possibly reaching triple digits Monday, the Concord Senior Center will open as a cooling center on Sunday and Monday.

Power outages were also predicted across Northern California, according to Pacific Gas and Electric Saturday. The center will provide a relief from temperatures upwards of 100 degrees.

The center, at 2727 Parkside Circle, will be open during the hottest part of the day, between 1 and 6 p.m., to provide a cool place for residents to escape the heat, Concord city officials said.

All visitors will be required to check-in and complete a brief health screening. Social distancing protocols will be in place, and masks are required. Masks will be provided, if needed.

The entrance to the center will be at the west end of the building, closest to the baseball field at Baldwin Park.

Visitors should also bring water and a snack.

Bay City News contributed to this report.