With temperatures rising across the Coachella Valley, Desert Recreation District is reminding residents that Cooling Centers are available to provide a safe, welcoming place to escape the heat.

Extreme heat can be dangerous, especially for older adults, young children, individuals with medical conditions, outdoor workers, and residents without reliable access to air conditioning. DRD Cooling Centers help provide relief during the hottest months of the year and are part of the district’s ongoing commitment to keeping the community safe, healthy, and connected.

Cooling Centers are available during these dates and times at the following DRD locations:

Palm Desert Community Center

43-900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert
Mon-Fri: 6am - 9pm / Sat: 9am - 2pm

Mecca Community Center
65-250 Coahuilla St, Mecca

Mon-Thurs: 9am - 1pm

North Shore Beach & Yacht Club

99-155 Sea View Dr. North Shore
Mon-Fri: 8am - 12pm & 4pm - 8pm

Jerry Rummonds’ Community Center, Thermal
87-229 Church St, Thermal

Mon-Thurs: 9am - 1pm  

 

“Keeping our community safe during extreme heat is a shared responsibility, and Desert Recreation District is proud to be part of that effort,” said Dr. Gabriel Martin, General Manager of Desert Recreation District. “Our Cooling Centers provide more than a place to cool down, they offer residents a safe, accessible, and welcoming space when temperatures become dangerous. We encourage anyone who needs relief from the heat to visit one of our centers.”

 

For more information about DRD Cooling Centers visit MyRecreationDistrict.com or call 760.347.3484.