Excessive Heat Event

The changing climate means Oakland residents can expect more excessive heat events. Excessive heat affects everyone differently and can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and dehydration. Warmer temperatures create more pollen in the air, stronger airborne allergens, and more allergy symptoms. Certain populations such as the elderly, children, people with disabilities, and those living alone are at a higher risk during heat events.

Date Posted: September 1st, 2022 @ 1:38 PM
Last Updated: September 13th, 2022 @ 2:38 PM

Stay Cool and Healthy during Hot Weather

  • Drink plenty of fluids
  • Stay in an air-conditioned room or out of the sun
  • Check up on relatives and neighbors
  • Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

The Heat Can Make You Sick

Heat can make you sick infographic

Extreme heat can cause heat-related illnesses, particularly if you are outside. Keep an eye out for these symptoms of heat stroke and heat exhaustion:

  • Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside.
  • When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
  • Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible
  • Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
  • Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Need to Find Someplace Cool?

Some great places to cool off in the summer heat are malls, grocery stores, and movie theaters.

Take a dip in a City pool!

Or take a break from the heat by visiting one of the City’s air-conditioned buildings:

LOCATION Weekday Hours Weekday Hours Weekday Hours

81st Ave Branch Library
1021 81st Avenue
Oakland, California 94621

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Asian Branch Library
659 14th Street
Oakland, California 94612

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Brookfield Branch Library
9255 Edes Avenue
Oakland, California 94603

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

César E. Chávez Branch Library
3301 East 12th Street, Suite 271
Oakland, California 94601

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Dimond Branch Library
3565 Fruitvale Avenue
Oakland, California 94602

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Eastmont Branch Library
7200 Bancroft Ave., Suite 211
Oakland, California 94605

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Piedmont Ave. Library
80 Echo Avenue
Oakland, California 94611

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Rockridge Branch Library
5366 College Avenue
Oakland, California 94618

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

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