Glendale officials Tuesday urged residents and businesses to conserve electricity and take precautions during a heat advisory that begins Wednesday.
The advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. Wednesday through 8 p.m. Monday. Forecasters expect the hottest temperatures Thursday through Saturday, prompting the city to open four cooling centers during that period.
City officials said they will continue monitoring weather conditions and could adjust cooling center operations if high temperatures persist.
The prolonged heat is expected to increase demand on Glendale Water & Power’s electrical system as air conditioners run for extended periods.
Utility crews will monitor system conditions and take steps to maintain reliable service, while customers are encouraged to conserve electricity by delaying the use of major appliances until the evening, adjusting thermostats and turning off unnecessary lights and electronics, officials said.
Cooling centers will operate Thursday through Saturday at the Adult Recreation Center, 201 E. Colorado St.; Pacific Park & Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave.; Maple Park Community Center, 820 E. Maple St.; and Sparr Heights Community Center, 1613 Glencoe Way.
The first three locations will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, while the Sparr Heights Community Center will operate from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Residents can also seek relief from the heat at Pacific Community Pool and the splash pads at Pacific Park and Cerritos Park.
City officials urged people to avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day, stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing and seek air-conditioned locations if they do not have air conditioning at home. They also advised residents to ensure pets have access to shade and fresh water and to watch for symptoms of heat-related illness, including dizziness, fatigue, headaches, muscle cramps and increased thirst.
Residents were also encouraged to prepare for possible power outages by charging mobile devices in advance, keeping flashlights and batteries readily available and minimizing the opening of refrigerators and freezers during outages.
Additional information on cooling centers, heat safety and power outages is available through Glendale Water & Power and the city’s “Beat the Heat” webpage at www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/community-services-parks/beat-the-heat.