Heres where to cool down in B-Town during this weekends heat wave

The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for Burien, effective from July 5 to 8, 2024, predicting high temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s. Local cooling centers, including the Burien Community Center and libraries, will offer air conditioning to help residents cope with the heat. The Burien Community Center will be open on Friday from 9 a. m. to 5 p.

m. , while the Burien Library and Boulevard Park Library will have different hours throughout the weekend. Officials warn that heat-related illnesses pose a moderate to major risk during this advisory period, with over 700 preventable deaths in the U. S. annually attributed to extreme heat.

Residents are urged to recognize the signs of heat-related illness and take precautions, especially regarding pet safety in warm weather. The City of Burien provides additional summer safety tips on its website, available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Amharic. The advisory highlights the urgency of seeking relief and staying hydrated during the heat wave. Local officials emphasize the need for community awareness and preparedness as temperatures rise.