cooling center

American  

[kool-ing sen-ter] / ˈkul ɪŋ ˌsɛn tər /

Sometimes cooling shelter

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.

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Etymology

Origin of cooling center

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

County residents without access to air conditioning are encouraged to seek relief at a county pool, splash pad or cooling center near them.

From Los Angeles Times

A cooling center is considered a library, community center pools and splash pads.

From Los Angeles Times

Where you can find your nearest cooling center:

From Los Angeles Times

Know your nearest cooling center.

From Slate

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

From Los Angeles Times