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<\/a><\/p>\nHeat related illnesses, like heat stroke or heat exhaustion, happen when the body is not able to cool itself properly. When a person\u2019s body temperature rises faster than it can cool itself by sweating, this can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs. Factors that might increase your risk of heat related illness include:
\n\uf0b7 Obesity
\n\uf0b7 Heart Disease
\n\uf0b7 Mental illness
\n\uf0b7 Poor circulation
\n\uf0b7 Fever
\n\uf0b7 Dehydration
\n\uf0b7 Sunburn
\n\uf0b7 Prescription drug use
\n\uf0b7 Alcohol use<\/p>\n
Due to this dangerous heat, Calaveras County Health and Human Services Agency announces the opening of cooling centers countywide, Thursday through Saturday. Cooling Centers will be open June 17-19 from 11am-8pm. For assistance with transportation, call Calaveras Connect at (209) 754-4450. Cooling center locations include:<\/p>\n
Arnold
\nIndependence Hall
\n1445 Blagen Road, Arnold, CA 95223<\/p>\n
Copperopolis
\nCopperopolis Armory
\n695 Main Street, Copperopolis, CA 95228<\/p>\n
Murphys
\nMurphys Fire District Training Center
\n58 Jones Street, Murphys, CA 95247<\/p>\n
San Andreas
\nSan Andreas Library
\n1299 Gold Hunter Road, San Andreas, CA 95249<\/p>\n
Valley Springs
\nJenny Lind Elementary School (Gym)
\n5100 Driver Road, Valley Springs, CA 95252<\/p>\n
West Point
\nWest Point Community Hall
\n22283 Highway 26, West Point, CA 95255<\/p>\n
Cooling centers in San Andreas will comply with COVID-19 guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Face coverings will be required.
\nCalaveras Public Health reminds everyone to:
\n\uf0b7 Drink plenty of water
\n\uf0b7 Stay cool, stay indoors
\n\uf0b7 Wear light clothing and sunscreen when outdoors
\n\uf0b7 Plan outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day
\n\uf0b7 Pace yourself
\n\uf0b7 Stay in touch with your family, friends, and neighbor\u2019s, especially those with health conditions and the elderly
\nCalaveras Public Health urges people to continue to remain vigilant about the prevention of COVID-19 transmission during excessive heat. The best ways to avoid exposure to the virus are to:
\n\uf0b7 Maintain physical distancing, ideally at least 6 feet between individuals
\n\uf0b7 Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
\n\uf0b7 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
\n\uf0b7 Wear a face covering over your nose and mouth when around others
\n\uf0b7 Get tested for COVID-19 if you develop any symptoms of COVID-19
\n\uf0b7 Get vaccinated for COVID-19<\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n
For more information about prevention and signs of heat-related illness, visit the Calaveras County COVID-19 website or go to https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/heat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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