A heat wave is affecting Pittsburgh and other communities in the Midwest and Northeast regions of the United States. The heat index numbers are expected to reach well into the triple digits, with some areas experiencing temperatures as high as 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Several communities and community groups are opening cooling centers for people without air conditioning to help them stay cool during this extreme heat event.
In Pittsburgh, the City has activated six healthy active living centers as cooling centers from Monday through Friday, hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., except Wednesday when hours are noon to 7 p.m.
The following is a list of the Pittsburgh Healthy Active Living Community Centers and their contact information:
- Beechview Healthy Active Living Community Center: 1555 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216, phone number: 412-567-7290
- Brighton Heights Healthy Active Living Community Center: 3515 McClure Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, phone number: 412-766-4656
- Greenfield Healthy Active Living Community Center: 745 Greenfield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, phone number: 412-422-6551
- Homewood Healthy Active Living Community Center: 7321 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15208, phone number: 412-244-4190
- Sheraden Healthy Active Living Community Center: 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15204
- South Side Healthy Active Living Community Center: CitiParks recreation centers with air conditioning will also be open for those in need.
Those in need of assistance can call the dispatch center at 412-833-2000 for help. The Community House Church is also open Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
In New York City, Mayor Eric Adams has activated the city's heat emergency plan due to the extreme temperatures expected in the coming days.
The National Weather Service has warned that this heat wave could last for several days and may set new temperature records in many cities across the Midwest and Northeast. It is important for everyone, especially vulnerable populations such as older adults, young children, and those with chronic health conditions to take precautions to stay cool during this time.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
