COOLING CENTER INFO: AUG. 14-15, 2023

ST. HELENS COOLING CENTER INFORMATION

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning effective now until August 15, 2023, at 10 p.m. Continue to follow the NWS for the latest forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=45.859740800000054&lon=-122.81317519999999

COOLING CENTER

St. Helens Senior Center
375 S. 15^th Street, St. Helens
All ages welcome

Monday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

The St. Helens Senior Center (375 S. 15th Street) will be open as a cooling center on Monday and Tuesday, August 14-15, 2023. The St. Helens Senior Center has air conditioning, water, and restrooms. Pets are welcome upon approval when you arrive. Snacks and food are allowed. You can contact the St. Helens Senior Center at 503-397-3377 with questions.

OTHER PLACES TO COOL OFF

The following locations welcome the public to visit their building for a place to cool off during their regular business hours (non-cooling-center locations). Air conditioning, water, and restrooms are available. 

St. Helens Public Library
375 S. 18th Street
503-397-4544
Only registered ADA service animals are allowed at the St. Helens Public Library.
Regular Hours
Monday, August 14: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday, August 15: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday, August 16: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

Oregon Trail Lanes
735 S. Columbia River Highway
503-397-1011
No pets are allowed inside Oregon Trail Lanes. Pets are welcome on the patio with access to cold water.
Regular Hours
Monday, August 14: 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Tuesday, August 15: 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Wednesday, August 16: 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Columbia County Cooling Centers: For additional countywide information, visit www.columbiacountyor.gov/coolingcenters. 

Energy assistance for your utility bill: Contact Community Action Team (C.A.T.) at 503-397-3511

Dial 211 for information about cooling centers in the region

Continue to follow this web page and City of St. Helens social media accounts for any future updates.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS from the NWS:

• Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
• Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
• Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
• Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments
• Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
• Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
• For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org in Oregon.

Page last updated August 14, 2023 at 11:38 a.m.