Southwest District Health Headquarters to Serve as a Cooling Station This Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 8, 2024

CALDWELL, IDAHO – Southwest District Health (SWDH) has launched a cooling station during this week’s heatwave at their headquarters off Karcher in Caldwell. The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Treasure Valley and surrounding areas starting today.

The cooling center is free and open to the public. People and their crated pets are welcome to come in and get out of the heat. The cooling center will provide air conditioning, water, bathrooms, seating, hand sanitizer, free Wifi, the ability to charge cell phones, and a designated pet relief area. People who would like to access the cooling station should plan to bring their own meals and snacks. It will be open during business hours from 8am to 5pm this Monday through Friday at 13307 Miami Lane, Caldwell 83607.

SWDH Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program Manager, Ricky Bowman says, “we are offering up our facility as a cooling center to ensure that our most vulnerable populations have a safe space to prevent the effects of extreme weather conditions like this heat wave that is predicted.”

During excessively high temperatures, health risks associated with heat-related illness are significantly heightened, particularly for infants, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory issues. Residents are encouraged to check in on the well-being of any vulnerable relatives, friends, and neighbors this week.

Limited space and amenities are available at SWDH’s other locations:

Payette – 1155 Third Ave. North, Payette, ID 83661

Emmett – 1008 East Locust, Emmett, ID 83617

Weiser – 46 West Court, Weiser, ID 83672

About Southwest District Health

Southwest District Health is one of seven public health districts throughout Idaho established to protect and promote the health and wellness of those who live, work, and play in our region. We proudly serve Adams, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette and Washington Counties. We work in partnership with our community to identify health needs, design solutions, and implement services that encourage behaviors contributing to healthier, longer lives. Learn more at swdh.org.

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Media Contacts:

Monique Evancic, Public Information Officer 
Southwest District Health
Monique.Evancic@phd3.idaho.gov
208-800-1262