CITIPARKS TO OPEN 5 COOLING CENTERS AUGUST 12-13 AMID EXTREME TEMPS

Published on August 11, 2025

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CITIPARKS TO OPEN 5 COOLING CENTERS

AUGUST 12-13 AMID EXTREME TEMPERATURES

Pittsburgh, PA – In response to forecasted high temperatures on Tuesday, August 12, and Wednesday, August 13, 2025, CitiParks will open five Healthy Active Living Centers as designated Cooling Centers to help residents stay safe and comfortable.  

These five centers will provide residents with a safe, air-conditioned environment to escape the heat on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 AM – 7 PM: 

Beechview Healthy Active Living Community Center  

1555 Broadway Avenue  

Pittsburgh, PA 15216  

 

Greenfield Healthy Active Living Community Center  

745 Greenfield Avenue  

Pittsburgh, PA 15217  

 

Homewood Healthy Active Living Community Center  

7321 Frankstown Road  

Pittsburgh, PA 15208  

 

Sheraden Healthy Active Living Community Center  

720 Sherwood Avenue  

Pittsburgh, PA 15204  

 

South Side Healthy Active Living Community Center  

12th & Bingham Streets  

Pittsburgh, PA 15203 

 

All residents are encouraged to take precautions during periods of extreme heat, especially older adults, young children, and those with underlying health conditions.  

Note: CitiParks and the City of Pittsburgh will typically activate cooling centers when the forecasted highs are predicted to be above 90 degrees. 

Pilar Briggs
pilar.briggs@pittsburghpa.gov
412-925-5518

 

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