Hot temperatures to continue all week. (Photo - Canva library.)
Southern California is experiencing record-high temperatures, with the heat expected to continue throughout the week. To help Angelenos stay cool, the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles will open its centers to the public for free during the heat wave.
Just yesterday, 14 records were broken across Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, and this is likely to continue for another day or two, according to the National Weather Service.
The heat will continue through Thursday, a few daily records may continue to be tied/broken each day. (Photo - National Weather Service.)
As the high temperatures are elevating, they public health risks for vulnerable residents in Los Angeles County. According to Climate Equity LA, individuals most at risk are the following:
Outdoor workers
People who are active outdoors
Infants and children, pregnant women, elders
People with chronic illness, such as asthma
Those with heart disease and diabetes
Warning signs of heat illness to look out for: heavy sweating, clammy skin, cramps, tiredness, dizziness, headaches, nausea, confusion, high body temperature. If you experience these symptoms and suspect heat stroke, call 911 or seek medical attention immediately.
In order to avoid heat illness, stay cool and hydrated. If you feel too hot, go to one of the 28 YMCA centers that will have designated cooling areas open to the public at no cost.
Flyer art. (By Lalo Alcaraz.)
Anyone who needs to cool off with air conditioning can do so during their normal operating hours. Many of their centers have water fountains and water bottles, and some have charging stations. Make sure to bring your headphones, your favorite book or anything else that can help keep you relaxed, calm and cool while you ride out the heat.
Stay cool, L.A.! Click here to find your nearest YMCA and escape the heat this week.
Other cooling centers in L.A. County
A C Bilbrew Library 150 E. El Segundo Blvd Los Angeles 9006.
Tuesday (10/06/26) - Thursday (10/08/26)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Algin Sutton Recreation Center, 8800 South Hoover St., Los Angeles, 90044.
Tuesday (10/06/26) - Saturday (10/10/26)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, 4990 Clark Ave., Lakewood, 90712.
Tuesday (10/06/26) - Wednesday (10/07/26)
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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