Las Cruces cooling stations remain open through July 29
Las Cruces cooling stations will remain available through Wednesday, July 29, as near triple-digit temperatures continue across the area.
City facilities will provide relief from near triple-digit temperatures, but no cooling stations will operate Sunday
Organ Mountain News report
LAS CRUCES - Cooling stations will remain available at several Las Cruces facilities through Wednesday, July 29, as near triple-digit temperatures continue across the area.
No cooling stations will operate Sunday, July 26, according to the city. Officials said they will continue monitoring conditions and adjust availability as necessary.
Cooling stations provide temporary relief from the heat for older adults, residents at elevated risk of heat-related illness and members of the public. Residents are encouraged to call ahead to confirm hours.
Thomas Branigan Memorial Library
200 E. Picacho Ave.
575-528-4000
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Closed Sunday
Mesilla Valley Intermodal Transit Terminal
300 W. Lohman Ave.
575-541-2500
6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday
Closed Sunday
Meerscheidt Recreation Center
1600 E. Hadley Ave.
575-541-2563
10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday
Closed Sunday
The recreation center is undergoing construction, but designated areas that remain open to the public will continue operating as a cooling station.
The following senior centers will operate as cooling stations from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. They are closed Saturday and Sunday:
Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center
304 W. Bell Ave.
575-528-2455
Henry R. Benavidez Community Center
1045 McClure Road
575-541-2006
Munson Center
975 S. Mesquite St.
575-541-3000
Sage Café
6121 Reynolds Drive
575-528-3151
Residents are encouraged to drink plenty of fluids, remain in air-conditioned spaces, avoid prolonged sun exposure and check on relatives, neighbors and pets.
People working or spending time outdoors should limit strenuous activity to early morning or evening hours when possible. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration also recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
What to watch for
Heat exhaustion symptoms may include:
- Headache, dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting
- Weakness and moist skin
- Irritability or confusion
- Upset stomach
Heat stroke symptoms may include:
- Dry, hot skin without sweating
- Mental confusion or loss of consciousness
- Seizures or convulsions
Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Call 911 immediately if someone is experiencing symptoms.
TTY users can access city information and services by dialing 711.
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