The Salvation Army has announced it will open its facilities as cooling shelters whenever there is a heat advisory or warning.
The eight Salvation Army shelters open in Greater Kansas City include one in Kansas City, Kansas, at 6723 State Ave.
Currently, a heat advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Monday through 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 12.
Salvation Army cooling shelters will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday whenever there is a heat advisory or excessive heat warning, according to a spokesman.
The Salvation Army cooling shelters offer cold drinks, light snacks, a rest area and heat survival information.
“Our Cooling Shelters could be the difference for many residents in the Kansas City area looking to get a break from the heat,” said Major Philip Maxwell, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army in Kansas City, in a statement. “Extreme heat is common this time of year, and we’re anticipating a significant need for cooling relief. Through our Cooling Shelters, we hope to provide that relief for as many individuals in our community as possible this summer.”