MAYVILLE – Officials in Chautauqua County have opened more than a dozen cooling centers to help residents avoid heat related illnesses this weekend.
In Jamestown, the James Prendergast Library will be open Friday until 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to help residents stay cool.
County officials say in addition to official cooling centers, residents may want to visit local shopping malls or stores to get a break from the heat.
Health experts say electric fans may provide comfort, but when the temperature is in the high 90s, they will not prevent heat-related illness.
Taking a cool shower or moving to an air-conditioned place is the best way to cool off quickly.
County health officials also remind residents to limit outdoor activity to morning and evening hours, cut down on exercise during the heat, be sure to wear sunscreen to prevent sunburns and most importantly stay hydrated.
Officials also remind drivers to not leave children or pets in vehicles. They say cars quickly heat up to dangerous temperatures, even with a window cracked open.
A full list of cooling centers and more safety tips are posted below:
|
Location |
Address |
Phone |
Hours |
| Ahira Hall Memorial Library | 37 W Main St., Brocton, NY 14716 |
792-9418 |
M & W: 1P-8P, Tu & Thu: 10A-5P, F: 1P-5P, Sa: 10A-1P |
| Anderson-Lee Library | 43 Main St., Silver Creek, NY 14136 |
934-3468 |
M & Tu: 12 P-8P, W: Closed, Thu: 10A-8P, F: 12P-5P, Sa: 10AP |
| Ashville Free Library | 2200 N Maple Ave., Ashville, NY 14710 |
763-9906 |
M – F: 9:30A-5P & 6:30P-8:30P, Sa: 10A-1P |
| Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc | 10825 Bennett Rd., Dunkirk, NY 14048 |
366-8176 |
M -F: 8:30A-4:30P |
| Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc | 402 Chandler St., Jamestown, NY 14701 |
661-9430 |
M -F: 8:30A-4:30P |
| Darwin R. Barker Library Assoc. | 7 Day St, Fredonia, NY 14063 |
672-8051 |
M – Th: 10A-8P, F & Sa: 10A-5P |
| Chautauqua County Health and Human Services | 319 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NY 14048 |
363-3500 |
M -F: 8:30A-4:30P |
| Chautauqua County Health and Human Services | 110 East 4th St., Jamestown, NY 14701 |
661-8200 |
M -F: 8:30A-4:30P |
| Chautauqua County Health and Human Services | 7 N. Erie St., Mayville, NY 14757 |
753-4421 |
M -F: 8:30A-4:30P |
| Dunkirk Public Library | 536 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NY 14048 |
366-2511 |
M – Th: 10A-8P, F & Sa: 10A-5P |
| Ellington-Farman Free Library | 760 Thornton Rd., Ellington, NY 14732 |
287-2945 |
M – Th: 11A-7P, Sa: 10A-1P |
| Fluvanna Free Library | 3532 Fluvanna Ave. Ext., Jamestown, NY 14701 |
487-1773 |
M-F: 10A – 6P, Sa: 10A – 2P |
| Hazeltine Public Library | 891 Busti-Sugar Grove Rd., Jamestown, NY 14701 |
487-1281 |
M, W, F: 1P-5P & 6:30P-8:30P, Tu & Th: 9A-5P, Sa: 9A-1P |
| James Prendergast Library Assoc. | 509 Cherry St.,Jamestown, NY 14701 |
484-7135 |
M – Th: 10A – 8:30P, F: 10A – 5P,
Sa: 10A – 4P |
| Patterson Library | 40 South Portage St., Westfield, NY 14787 |
326-2154 |
M, W, F, Sa: 9A-5P, Tu & Thu: 9A-8P |
| Sinclairville Free Library | 15 Main St, Sinclairville, NY 14782 |
962-5885 |
M & Th: 2P-7P, W: 9A-5P,
F: 10A-4P, Sa: 10A-1P |
HEAT STROKE
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
- High body temperature (103°F or higher)
- Hot, red, dry, or damp skin
- Fast, strong pulse
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Confusion
- Losing consciousness (passing out)
WHAT TO DO
- Call 911 right away-heat stroke is a medical emergency
- Move the person to a cooler place
- Help lower the person’s temperature with cool cloths or a cool bath
- Do not give the person anything to drink
HEAT EXHAUSTION
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
- Heavy sweating
- Cold, pale, and clammy skin
- Fast, weak pulse
- Nausea or vomiting
- Muscle cramps
- Tiredness or weakness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fainting (passing out)
WHAT TO DO
- Move to a cool place
- Loosen your clothes
- Put cool, wet cloths on your body or take a cool bath
- Sip water
Get medical help right away if:
- You are throwing up
- Your symptoms get worse
- Your symptoms last longer than 1 hour
HEAT CRAMPS
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
- Heavy sweating during intense exercise
- Muscle pain or spasms
WHAT TO DO
- Stop physical activity and move to a cool place
- Drink water or a sports drink
- Wait for cramps to go away before you do any more physical activity
Get medical help right away if:
- Cramps last longer than 1 hour
- You’re on a low-sodium diet
- You have heart problems
SUNBURN
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
- Painful, red, and warm skin
- Blisters on the skin
WHAT TO DO
- Stay out of the sun until your sunburn heals
- Put cool cloths on sunburned areas or take a cool bath
- Put moisturizing lotion or aloe on sunburned areas
- Do not break blisters
HEAT RASH
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
- Red clusters of small blisters that look like pimples on the skin (usually on the neck, chest, groin, or in elbow creases)
WHAT TO DO
- Stay in a cool, dry place
- Keep the rash dry
- Use powder (like baby powder) to soothe the rash
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