Everyone can be susceptible to the dangers of extreme heat. Here, my team and I have compiled resources for you and your loved ones to stay safe this summer.
Beat the Heat Care Kits
For the rest of the summer, my district office will keep Beat the Heat Care Kits on hand with items like sunscreen, fans, sunscreen and more. You can get yours at one of our upcoming events, or by stopping by our office during business hours.
Utility Assistance
Struggling with utility payments and need help to keep the air conditioning running? The California Public Utilities Commission provides the income guidelines for energy assistance through the CA Alternate Rate for Energy (CARE) and Family Electric Rate Assistance Programs.
Cooling Centers
Bloomington:
Bloomington Branch Library
18028 Valley Blvd.
909-820-0533
Colton:
Gonzales Community Center
670 Colton Ave.
909-370-6153
Ontario:
De Anza Community and Teen Center
1405 S Fern St.
909-395-2030
Westwind Community Center
2455 E. Riverside Dr.
909-395-2506
Rancho Cucamonga:
James L Brulte Senior Center
11200 Base Line Rd.
909-477-2780
Redlands:
Joslyn Senior Center
21 Grant St.
909-798-7550
Redlands Community Senior Center
111 W. Lugonia Ave.
909-798-7572
Fontana:
Fontana Lewis Library & Technology Center
8437 Sierra Ave.
909-574-4500
Heritage Center
7350 W Liberty Pkwy.
909-349-6968
Loma Linda:
Loma Linda Branch Library
25581 Barton Rd.
909-478-7191
Rialto:
Carl Johnson Community Center
214 N Palm Ave.
909-421-4949
Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) Notification
Public Safety Power Shut Offs are temporary power shutoffs during dangerous weather conditions in order to prevent the electric system from causing a fire to start. Shutting the power off is usually the last resort.
Flex Alerts
A Flex Alert is a call for consumers to voluntarily reduce energy consumption to decrease stress on electrical grids during a high-heat day or during an anticipated shortage of energy supply. Sign up for flex alert notifications to help avoid public safety power shutoffs and unexpected outages.
Pet Safety
We love our cats, dogs and pets of all kinds, so their safety in the heat is also a priority. Several social media accounts post reliable, proven safety tips. You can follow these and similar for advice: