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August 1, 2006

Update: 'Cooling centers' opening around the state

PROVIDENCE -- With an "excessive heat warning" in effect into tomorrow evening, more emergency shelters are being opened around the state for those who need a refuge from the high temperatures.

So-called "cooling centers" have been established in 31 of Rhode Island's cities and towns, Governor Carcieri's office said early this evening, with some communities hosting more than one.

They range from libraries and senior centers to the ice rink in Smithfield. Many of them will be open until late this evening.

They are being staffed by American Red Cross of Rhode Island volunteers, according to spokeswoman Angie Moncada. She also expects the centers to be open tomorrow, when the temperatures in the current heat wave are expected to reach their peak.

Click here for the full list of centers and their hours of operation.

The governor has also ordered free admission at all state beaches, and at Carcieri's request, National Grid has agreed not to shut off power to any customers through tomorrow.

Get the latest weather conditions and forecasts here ...

Posted by Andrea Panciera  at 6:51 PM | Permalink

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