Heat illness and deaths are preventable. Learn how to stay cool and safe before and during a heat wave.
If one’s home or other environment becomes too hot, one is generally advised to visit a public indoor area. Examples include a local library, mall, or community center.
Find tips and information about places to keep cool on Shasta County Public Health’s Heat Safety website:
- ShastaHeatSafety.org
- Scroll to bottom of that page to find their Public Air-conditioned Spaces document.
- If local authorities open any temporary Cooling Centers, information will be posted on that website, as well.
Extreme Temperature Information Line: 530-229-8882.
Need transportation to a Public Air-conditioned Space?
- Ride RABA Monday-Saturday and Shasta Connect on Sundays.
- RABA services:
- Route 299/Burney Express and demand response are FREE
- Bus rides are free for Veterans, Youth 18 and under, Shasta College Students, and Seniors 60+
- Fixed Route buses are wheelchair accessible and include bicycle racks.
- Route 299/Burney Express and demand response are FREE
Helpful Resources:
- National Weather Service: www.weather.gov
- Put in your zip code and “Go” to find information about any Heat Warning, Watch, or Advisory in your area.
- Learn the difference between these at: www.weather.gov/safety/heat-ww.
- Put in your zip code and “Go” to find information about any Heat Warning, Watch, or Advisory in your area.
- Emergency Notifications: AlertShasta
- People with Disabilities: Disability Action Center or call 530-242-8550.
- Seniors: Dignity Health Connected Living or call 530-223-6034.
