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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 24, 2025 |
Olga George
Press Secretary
Mayor's Office
olga.george@pittsburghpa.gov
412-627-0679 |
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CITIPARKS TO EXTEND OPENING OF 6 COOLING CENTERS TO JUNE 27 AMID FORECASTED HEATWAVE
Pittsburgh, PA – Due to the ongoing heatwave and forecasted temperatures expected to exceed 90 degrees for several days, CitiParks will operate six Healthy Active Living Centers as Cooling Centers through Friday, June 27, 2025—extending the original schedule to include Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27.
These six centers will provide residents with a safe, air-conditioned environment to escape the heat:
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Wednesday, June 25 – Friday, June 27: Open from 8AM to 7PM
Beechview Healthy Active Living Community Center
Brighton Heights Healthy Active Living Community Center
Greenfield Healthy Active Living Community Center
Homewood Healthy Active Living Community Center
Sheraden Healthy Active Living Community Center
South Side Healthy Active Living Community Center
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
All residents are encouraged to take precautions during periods of extreme heat, especially older adults, young children, and those with underlying health conditions.
Note: CitiParks and the City of Pittsburgh will typically activate cooling centers when the forecasted highs are predicted to be above 90 degrees.
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