STAY SAFE: Today's high in Phoenix is expected to reach 113º. 🌡
PHOENIX — Hundreds of heat relief stations are opening around the Valley for people in need of shade, water, air-conditioning, and more.
The Maricopa County Association of Governments and its partners are launching the annual regional Heat Relief Network offering various resources including drinking water, indoor areas with air-conditioning, and places to rest. Other sites are used as donation collection sites for items like water, clothing, sunblock, etc.
The network is a much-needed set of resources, especially after summer 2022, which was the deadliest on record in terms of heat-related fatalities, according to statistics. Data shows 425 people died during the six-month heat season last year.MAG says the map and directories are updated as new partners sign up throughout the summer season, which runs from May 1 to September 30.
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