AT A GLANCE
- San Antonio has more than 60 public places where residents can cool off, including libraries, senior centers, community centers, pools and splash pads.
- Residents can visit SA.gov/HotWeather or call 311 at 210-207-6000 for cooling site information and heat safety resources.
- Older adults, young children, people with medical conditions and residents without air conditioning face the highest risk during extreme heat.
- Stage 3 watering rules remain in place through SAWS, with outdoor watering limited to designated days and hours.
San Antonio Residents Are Urged To Use Cooling Sites, Protect Pets And Watch For Heat Illness As Temperatures Rise
As temperatures climb across San Antonio, city officials are reminding residents to take heat seriously and prepare now to stay cool, hydrated and safe.
The City of San Antonio said protecting residents during extreme heat remains a top priority, especially for older adults, young children, people with medical conditions, people without access to air conditioning, unsheltered residents and pets.
Residents are encouraged to spend time in air-conditioned spaces when possible, wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day, typically between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
San Antonio has more than 60 places where residents can get relief from the heat, including libraries, senior centers, community centers, shopping malls, pools and splash pads. An interactive map of cooling locations, along with hot weather tips and city resources, is available at SA.gov/HotWeather. Residents can also call 311 at 210-207-6000 for help finding nearby resources.
Heat Exhaustion And Heat Stroke Warning Signs
City officials are urging residents to watch for signs of heat exhaustion, which can include heavy sweating, weakness, nausea, dizziness and headaches. Anyone experiencing those symptoms should move to a cooler place, drink water and rest.
Heat stroke is more serious and can be life-threatening. Symptoms may include a high body temperature, confusion, rapid pulse or a lack of sweating. Residents should call 911 immediately if someone appears to be experiencing heat stroke.
The city is also asking neighbors to check on one another, especially older adults, young children and people with disabilities.
Residents should never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles. If a child or pet is seen locked inside a hot car or in the bed of a truck, the city advises people to note the vehicle description and license plate number and call 911.
Help For Unsheltered Residents During Extreme Heat
The City’s Homeless Services and Strategy Department is working with nonprofit partners to share information with unsheltered residents about ways to stay cool and connect them to long-term housing resources.
Homeless Services teams are also providing additional water and hydration packs during outreach. During extreme heat warnings, the department may open additional cooling sites or extend hours.
For more information, residents can call the City’s Community Connections Hotline at 210-207-1799.
Pet Safety During San Antonio Heat
Extreme heat can quickly become dangerous for pets. City officials are reminding pet owners to provide fresh water, shaded shelter and proper housing, which are required by law.
Chain tethers are prohibited year-round.
Pet owners should also protect animals’ paws from hot pavement and asphalt. A simple rule applies: if the ground is too hot for a person’s hand, it is too hot for a pet’s paws.
CPS Energy And SAWS Share Summer Reminders
CPS Energy said it is closely monitoring expected high-power demand and that its power plants are prepared to serve the community.
The utility is reminding customers that it will not disconnect service during an extreme weather emergency. CPS Energy also offers cost-saving and assistance programs for qualifying customers. Residents can sign up for Energy Alerts or call 210-353-2222 to provide emergency contact information.
San Antonio Water System customers remain under Stage 3 outdoor watering rules. Watering is allowed during the week only between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight on a customer’s designated watering day.
SAWS is also encouraging residents to consider its PAUSE conservation coupons, available at SAWS.org/pause.
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