NCTStoryful

Actions

Cooling centers implement restrictions during triple digit heat wave

Posted
and last updated

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — As temperatures continue to warm up starting Saturday, cooling centers in Bakersfield, Arvin, Shafter, and McFarland will be open.

The centers will be open today, Sunday and Monday starting at 11 a.m.

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, officials are asking all cooling center visitors to wear a face covering. Visitors will also be screened for their temperatures and symptoms upon entry.

Visitors who have a fever or are exhibiting symptoms will not be allowed in the center. All visitors must also practice social distancing.

,

Weather

Daily Forecast

View Hourly Forecast

Day

Conditions

HI / LO

Precip

Thursday

05/01/2025

Mostly Sunny

86° / 61°

4%

Friday

05/02/2025

Sunny

89° / 60°

0%

Saturday

05/03/2025

Partly Cloudy

77° / 51°

12%

Sunday

05/04/2025

Mostly Cloudy

69° / 56°

17%

Monday

05/05/2025

Partly Cloudy

80° / 58°

0%

Tuesday

05/06/2025

Sunny

83° / 60°

0%

Wednesday

05/07/2025

Sunny

86° / 62°

0%

Thursday

05/08/2025

Mostly Sunny

89° / 63°

0%