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Where to find cooling centers and other heat relief in Koreatown, Pico Union and Westlake
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Hanna Kang | The LA Local , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· August 26, 2026
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Key points Further details on heat relief and cooling centers in areas such as Koreatown, Pico Union, and Westlake are available. Temperatures are expected to soar this week, with some areas reaching triple digits.
Temperatures are expected to soar this week, with some areas reaching triple digits. The hottest days are forecast to be Wednesday and Thursday, with extreme heat lingering through Friday. Daily temperature records may be broken in some areas.
Cooling centers have been opened, and libraries and recreation centers are also available as refuge from the heat. Community groups in Koreatown are taking action to help people cope with the high temperatures.
Further details on heat relief and cooling centers in areas such as Koreatown, Pico Union, and Westlake are available.
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Category: Local Published: August 26, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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