WILSONVILLE LIBRARY TO ACT AS "COOLING CENTER" DURING HEAT WAVE
News Release from City of Wilsonville
Posted on FlashAlert: July 30th, 2015 9:18 AM
MEDIA RELEASE - For Immediate Release
July 30, 2015
WILSONVILLE, OR -- The Wilsonville Public Library is one of several "cooling centers" in Clackamas County during the pending predicted heat wave of 100-plus-degree temperatures arriving today. The Library plans to remain open to the public with air conditioning from 8:00 a.m. until 9 p.m. on both Thursday, July 30, and Friday, July 31.
The Wilsonville Public Library is located at 8200 SW Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville 97070; and maybe contacted at 503-682-2744; www.WilsonvilleLibrary.org.
The Library's general policy is to remain open late on any day when the temperature hits 100 degrees; otherwise, normal closing hours of 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday apply.
Additionally, Winfield Village retirement center, 8170 SW Vlahos Drive, Wilsonville, is open to the general public seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. when temperatures reach 90 degrees.
For a complete, up-to-date list of cooling centers in Clackamas County, see www.clackamas.us/pressreleases/pr20150623a.html.
Clackamas County health officials recommend taking the following precautions to avoid heat-related health issues:
* Avoid the sun and strenuous activity, especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
* If possible, go to an air-conditioned building for several hours during the hottest parts of the day. Participate in activities that will keep you cool, such as going to the movies, shopping at the mall, or cooling off at a pool or beach.
* Wear a wide-brimmed hat and light-colored, lightweight and loose-fitting clothes.
* Set your air conditioner. If you don't have air conditioning, take a cool shower twice a day and visit a public air-conditioned facility.
* Drink plenty of fluids, even if you are not thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine. Those on fluid-restricted diets or taking diuretics should first consult their physician.
* Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 14 if planning on sun exposure.
* Stay in shaded areas whenever working outdoors.
* Check on older adults or persons with disabilities in your community who may need help coping with the heat.
* Be sure your pets have plenty of water and shaded areas.
Cooling Centers in Clackamas County listed alphabetically by name as of June 24, 12 p.m.:
Canby Adult Center
1250 S. Ivy St, Canby 97013
503-266-2970
Open to the public Monday-Friday during regular business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Clackamas Service Center
8800 SE 80th Ave., Portland 97206
503-771-7914
Open to the public on Friday from 2-7 p.m., Saturday from 4:30-9:30 p.m., and Sunday from 3-5:30 p.m. Meals and other services available.
Damascus Community Church
14251 SE Rust Way, Damascus 97089
503-658-3179
Open to the public Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. when temperatures reach 90 degrees, and on Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Lake Oswego Adult Community Center
505 G Ave., Lake Oswego 97034
503-635-3758
Open to the public Wednesday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m. Please call for updates as hours change depending on events.
My Father's Heart Street Ministry
603 12th St., Oregon City 97045
503-722-9780
Open to the public on Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Please call for weekend hours.
Sandy Senior Center
38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy 97055
503-668-5569
Open to the public Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wilsonville Public Library Cooling Center
8200 SW Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville 97070
503-682-2744
Open normal business hours. The library will stay open until 9 p.m. if temperatures reach 100 degrees.
Winfield Village
8170 SW Vlahos Drive, Wilsonville 97070
503-682-0653
The Fireside Room is open to the general public seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. when temperatures reach 90 degrees. Water is available.
For more information, members of the public may contact Clackamas County Human Services Supervisor Kati Tilton at KTilton@clackamas.us or 503-650-5701.
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July 30, 2015
WILSONVILLE, OR -- The Wilsonville Public Library is one of several "cooling centers" in Clackamas County during the pending predicted heat wave of 100-plus-degree temperatures arriving today. The Library plans to remain open to the public with air conditioning from 8:00 a.m. until 9 p.m. on both Thursday, July 30, and Friday, July 31.
The Wilsonville Public Library is located at 8200 SW Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville 97070; and maybe contacted at 503-682-2744; www.WilsonvilleLibrary.org.
The Library's general policy is to remain open late on any day when the temperature hits 100 degrees; otherwise, normal closing hours of 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday apply.
Additionally, Winfield Village retirement center, 8170 SW Vlahos Drive, Wilsonville, is open to the general public seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. when temperatures reach 90 degrees.
For a complete, up-to-date list of cooling centers in Clackamas County, see www.clackamas.us/pressreleases/pr20150623a.html.
Clackamas County health officials recommend taking the following precautions to avoid heat-related health issues:
* Avoid the sun and strenuous activity, especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
* If possible, go to an air-conditioned building for several hours during the hottest parts of the day. Participate in activities that will keep you cool, such as going to the movies, shopping at the mall, or cooling off at a pool or beach.
* Wear a wide-brimmed hat and light-colored, lightweight and loose-fitting clothes.
* Set your air conditioner. If you don't have air conditioning, take a cool shower twice a day and visit a public air-conditioned facility.
* Drink plenty of fluids, even if you are not thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine. Those on fluid-restricted diets or taking diuretics should first consult their physician.
* Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 14 if planning on sun exposure.
* Stay in shaded areas whenever working outdoors.
* Check on older adults or persons with disabilities in your community who may need help coping with the heat.
* Be sure your pets have plenty of water and shaded areas.
Cooling Centers in Clackamas County listed alphabetically by name as of June 24, 12 p.m.:
Canby Adult Center
1250 S. Ivy St, Canby 97013
503-266-2970
Open to the public Monday-Friday during regular business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Clackamas Service Center
8800 SE 80th Ave., Portland 97206
503-771-7914
Open to the public on Friday from 2-7 p.m., Saturday from 4:30-9:30 p.m., and Sunday from 3-5:30 p.m. Meals and other services available.
Damascus Community Church
14251 SE Rust Way, Damascus 97089
503-658-3179
Open to the public Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. when temperatures reach 90 degrees, and on Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Lake Oswego Adult Community Center
505 G Ave., Lake Oswego 97034
503-635-3758
Open to the public Wednesday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m. Please call for updates as hours change depending on events.
My Father's Heart Street Ministry
603 12th St., Oregon City 97045
503-722-9780
Open to the public on Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Please call for weekend hours.
Sandy Senior Center
38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy 97055
503-668-5569
Open to the public Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wilsonville Public Library Cooling Center
8200 SW Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville 97070
503-682-2744
Open normal business hours. The library will stay open until 9 p.m. if temperatures reach 100 degrees.
Winfield Village
8170 SW Vlahos Drive, Wilsonville 97070
503-682-0653
The Fireside Room is open to the general public seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. when temperatures reach 90 degrees. Water is available.
For more information, members of the public may contact Clackamas County Human Services Supervisor Kati Tilton at KTilton@clackamas.us or 503-650-5701.
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