Stay Safe During Extreme Heat Events
Cities around the world are seeing an increase in extreme heat events. The City of Hayward has in place several emergency cooling centers that can be mobilized in an extreme heat event.
Extreme heat waves can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke, exhaustion, and dehydration. Warmer temperatures create more pollen in the air, stronger airborne allergens, and more allergy symptoms. Certain populations such as the elderly, children, people with disabilities and those living alone are at a higher risk during heat events.
When the temperature is over 100 degrees on any given day, or the temperature is estimated to be over 95 degrees for three consecutive days, Hayward Cooling Centers may be activated. These emergency events will be announced via social media, our official e-newsletter, The Stack, and AC Alert.
For more ways to stay safe during heat waves visit these resources:
Alameda County Public Health Department - Heat and Health
National Weather Service - Heat Safety Tips and Resources
Ready.org - Extreme Heat Resources
Hayward Area Cooling Centers:
Cherryland Community Center
278 Hampton Rd. (Map)
(510) 626-8877
Hours to be posted during a heat emergency
Hayward Downtown Library
888 C Street (Map)
(510) 293-8685
Hours to be posted during a heat emergency
Hayward Weekes Library
27300 Patrick Ave (Map)
(510) 782-2155
Hours to be posted during a heat emergency
Kenneth C. Aitken Senior Community Center
17800 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA (Map)
(510) 881-6738
Hours to be posted during a heat emergency
Matt Jimenez Community Center Gymnasium
28200 Ruus Rd, (Map)
(510) 887-0400
Hours to be posted during a heat emergency
