STAYING SAFE IN THE EXTREME HEAT


Find Free Places to Cool Off

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Heat Relief Sites like cooling centers, respite centers, and hydration stations are established throughout Maricopa County during the summer from May 1 - September 30 and extreme heat events for those who do not have access to indoor cool environments.

Cooling and respite centers can be community centers, churches, and other community-based organizations that provide water and serve as a safe, cool indoor place during the day for refuge from the heat. Please visit the Heat Relief Regional Network to learn more.

Want to donate supplies? Use this list to find a donation location.

For media inquiries, please contact us at phpio@maricopa.gov.


Find A Heat Relief Site Near You



Stay Safe

You can take simple actions to stay safe in the heat:

  • Stay indoors with air conditioning as much as possible.
  • Carry around water with you and drink BEFORE you feel thirsty.
  • Check your car - NEVER leave children or pets in the car.

Watch for Signs

Very high body temperatures may damage the brain or other vital organs.

Heat stroke is the most serious and dangerous heat-related illness that could lead to death.

Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that could lead to heat stroke if left untreated.

Get Assistance

Various local agencies and companies offer assistance programs to help Arizonans with their energy and utility bills.

Seniors can find bilingual help with housing, transportation, long-term care, home-delivered meals and more.






Look For This Heat Relief Network Sign 
For Heat Relief Sites In Your Area.

Heat Relief Network Logo

Learn About Heat Relief Sites

Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) is partnering with towns and cities to increase the number of heat relief sites and expand hours at existing locations.   

Check out the video for an inside look at how these heat relief sites can save lives and connect people to resources they need.

Additional Heat Relief Resources


Help Others in Need

A group of Good Samaritans stopped their cars and took time out of their day to help rescue an individual in distress from the extreme heat in July 2023. This person was 71 years old and having trouble speaking and walking. Glendale and Phoenix EMS were called in to help and arrived within minutes. The woman’s temperature was a dangerous 103 degrees when EMS arrived. This story is an example of how we can all look out for one another during our summers of excessive heat.

Learn how to recognize signs of heat illness