As the Las Vegas Valley braces for a scorching weekend, high temperatures are expected to reach an alarming 106 degrees Fahrenheit on Saturday, with forecasts predicting an even warmer 107 degrees on Sunday.
In response to the rising heat, Clark County has opened several cooling stations across the area to provide relief for residents and visitors. These cooling stations will remain operational through Sunday, ensuring that anyone in need of a break from the heat has access to a safe and cool environment.
Some of the cooling stations offer 24-hour service, while others operate solely during daytime hours. According to the latest information from the National Weather Service, this weekend marks one of the hottest periods so far, highlighting the necessity for these facilities.
In addition to the central locations listed, numerous libraries throughout Southern Nevada will function as cooling centers, remaining open until 6 p.m. Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
The Clark County cooling stations available include the following:
In Las Vegas, residents can visit the Pearson Community Center located at 1625 West Carey Avenue, which will operate from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
Another option is the Courtyard Homeless Resource Center at 314 Foremaster Lane, open 24 hours every day.
The Salvation Army on 35 West Owens Avenue will be accessible from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, providing another option for those seeking shelter from the high temperatures.
Additionally, the Hollywood Recreation Center at 1650 S. Hollywood Blvd. will be open until 3 p.m. on Saturday.
A host of libraries are also stepping up to help, including the Centennial Hills Library at 6711 N. Buffalo Dr. and the Clark County Library at 1401 E. Flamingo Rd., both of which will be open until 6 p.m. on Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Further library locations offering cooling services include:
East Las Vegas Library, Enterprise Library, Rainbow Library, Sahara West Library, Spring Valley Library, Summerlin Library, Sunrise Library, West Charleston Library, West Las Vegas Library, and Windmill Library, all adhering to the same Saturday and Sunday operating hours.
In North Las Vegas, the Alexander Library at 1755 W. Alexander Rd. will open until 6 p.m. on Saturday, offering additional cooling options.
Residents in Henderson can find relief at the James I. Gibson Library, Paseo Verde Library, West Henderson Library, and Green Valley Library, all of which will operate until 5 p.m. on Saturday.
As the weekend approaches, residents are urged to take precautions against the extreme heat and utilize available cooling stations to stay safe.
For the latest updates on weather conditions and cooling station availability, individuals are encouraged to follow local news sources or the National Weather Service.
This weekend’s anticipated high temperatures serve as a reminder of the importance of community resources designed to protect public health during extreme weather events.
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