cooling center

[ kool-ing sen-ter ]

noun

1. Also called cooling station. an air-conditioned or otherwise cooled facility, such as a school, library, or mall, that is open to the public during a period of hot weather in order to provide relief from the heat:

   The Department of Health can assist in arranging transportation to a local cooling center.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cooling center¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

She recommends that L.A. pet owners call 211 if they’re looking for a pet-friendly cooling center nearby.

From Los Angeles Times

She recommends that L.A. pet owners call 211 if they’re looking for a pet-friendly cooling center nearby.

From Los Angeles Times

It suggested that residents also help by volunteering at a cooling center to let it stay open later, or donate supplies, such as water, reusable bottles, hats, sunscreens and cooling towels.

From Seattle Times

Potential steps in these preparedness plans could include reducing earthquake vulnerability in the church as well as members’ homes, stocking emergency supplies of water and food or creating a cooling center for intense heat waves.

From Los Angeles Times

“The library protects the homeless in our community as a warming and cooling center and as a safe and free place for parents to take their children.”

From Seattle Times