Heat Advisory In Effect: Gilroy Cooling Center

From the City of Gilroy:

September 29, 2020

Temperatures are expected to stay in the 90s and 100s through the end of the week. Protect yourselves and loved ones from the impacts of extreme heat, which can include heatstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn, and rash.

Beat the heat by:

• Avoiding physical activity between 10am - 3pm.
• Your body works harder in high heat. Stay indoors.
• Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, and light-colored clothes.
• Call 9-1-1 if you see someone in distress.

The Gilroy Library, located at 350 W 6th Street, will be open as a cooling center today through Thursday, October 1 from 12pm-6pm. Social distancing guidelines will be in place.

For more information on preparing for hot weather visit the County website at: https://bit.ly/hotweathersafetytips.

This press release was produced by the City of Gilroy. The views expressed here are the author’s own.