Photo courtesy of The Salvation Army of North Texas.
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex recorded the first 100-degree day of the year on Tuesday, July 7. In response, The Salvation Army is activating comprehensive heat relief services throughout five counties.
Extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To minimize those challenges, The Salvation Army is providing resources throughout the season for seniors, youth, individuals with chronic medical conditions and those experiencing poverty and homelessness, according to a press release.
Twelve cooling and hydration stations will be available to provide critical support. The stations activate based on a forecast of 100 degrees or higher, typically for more than one day, or if the heat index is over 105 degrees for over two days in a row, according to their website.
“We are dedicated to providing our most vulnerable neighbors with the resources they need to have relief from the extreme heat,” said Major Rob Webb, Area Commander of The Salvation Army of North Texas, in a press release. “At The Salvation Army of North Texas, our reach expands beyond the initial heat relief services as we open our doors to reach as many people as we can and offer programs and services for these individuals to have long-term success year-round.”
Heat relief services are available at the Oak Cliff Corps Community Center Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Oak Cliff Corps Community Center is located at 1617 W. Jefferson Boulevard.
