Where To Cool Off In Banning, Beaumont During Worst Heat Wave Of The Summer

BANNING, CA — The most significant heat wave of the summer has arrived in the Southland, bringing scorching triple-digit heat to Banning, Beaumont and other parts of Riverside County.

Fortunately, the region has cooling centers available to those who need a place to escape the heat.

In the San Gorgonio Pass area near Banning, an extreme heat warning will remain in effect until 8 p.m. on Saturday as temperatures between 110 and 116 degrees are possible, according to the National Weather Service.

Check out these cooling centers open around Banning and Beaumont:

• Banning Senior Center - 789 N. San Gorgonio, Banning | Open Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Phone number: 951-922-3250
• Albert A. Chatigny Senior Community Center - 1310 Oak Valley Parkway, Beaumont | Open Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to noon | Phone number: 951-769-8539 ext 334
• James A. Venable Community Center - 50390 Carmen Ave, Cabazon | Open Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Phone number: 951-922-1097

FIND A COOLING CENTER NEAR YOU USING THIS DIRECTORY

Weather and public health officials are urging residents to take precautions and check on vulnerable neighbors during the heat wave, which is expected to fade away over the weekend.

"Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors," the NWS advised. "Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes."