Available cooling centers in Bothell:
1) Northshore Senior Center (10201 E. Riverside Dr.)
Hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through Friday. Community dining lunch is available from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; reservations are suggested.
The Center's Coffee Bar is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. serving coffee, cold drinks and desserts. To contact the Northshore Senior Center, call 425.487.2441.
2) Eastside Foursquare Church (14520 100th Ave NE)
The church is available to 5 p.m. through Friday. Iced water and lemonade will be available. To contact Eastside Foursquare Church, call 425.488.2500 ext. 335.
Tips to beat the heat
Stay cool and prevent heat exhaustion:
* Spend more time in air-conditioned places. If you don’t have air conditioning, visit a mall, movie theater or other cool public places.
* Dress in lightweight clothing.
* Limit your direct exposure to the sun.
* Never leave infants, children, people with mobility challenges or pets in a parked car, even with the windows rolled down.
* Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sun.
* Do not take salt tablets unless directed to by a physician.
* Check with your physician if you are concerned about heat and the specific medications you are taking. Certain medications may increase sensitivity to the heat.
* Check up on your elderly neighbors or relatives, especially those people at greatest risk.
Drink liquids:
* Drink more water or non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages
* Do not wait until you are thirsty to drink
If you go outside:
* Avoid or reduce strenuous activity outdoors.
* Limit activity to morning and evening hours.
* Avoid sunburn. Use a sunscreen lotion with a high SPF (sun protection factor) rating.
Watch for symptoms of overheating:
* Symptoms of heat exhaustion include muscle cramps, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea and vomiting. If symptoms appear, move to a cooler location, rest for a few minutes and slowly drink a cool beverage. Seek medical attention immediately if you do not feel better.
* Symptoms of heat stroke include an extremely high body temperature (above 103°F), red, hot, and dry skin (no sweating), rapid and strong pulse, nausea, confusion and unconsciousness. Get immediate emergency help by calling 9-1-1.