ASHTON PETERS/FOR THE EXPRESS Members of the Rotary Club of Downtown Lock Haven recently brought cases of water and Gatorade to a number of emergency service locations in the county.

ASHTON PETERS/FOR THE EXPRESS
Members of the Rotary Club of Downtown Lock Haven recently brought cases of water and Gatorade to a number of emergency service locations in the county.

LOCK HAVEN — As temperatures continue to rise across Central Pennsylvania this week, the need for hydration and cooling supplies for first responders has become increasingly important.

In response, the Rotary Club of Downtown Lock Haven came together to deliver cases of water and Gatorade to 13 emergency service locations throughout Clinton County.

Among the departments receiving supplies were Mill Hall Volunteer Fire Company, Citizens Hose Company No. 5 and the Lock Haven Police Department, helping ensure those serving on the front lines have the resources needed to stay hydrated during prolonged exposure to extreme heat.

With temperatures expected to remain in the upper 90s throughout the week, and Thursday forecasted to reach as high as 99 degrees, officials are reminding residents to take heat safety seriously.

To assist residents during the heat wave, several cooling centers are available throughout Clinton County:

Wayne Township Fire Company

6 a.m.-6 p.m.

317 Linnwood Drive, McElhattan

Goodwill Hose Fire Company

Monday through Sunday (through July 5)

8 a.m.-Evening

126 High St., Flemington

Mill Hall Volunteer Fire Company

Tuesday through Saturday (through July 4)

8 a.m.-8 p.m.

9 E. Peale Ave., Mill Hall

Cara Montarsi State Farm

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Closed Friday, July 3

358 E. Main St., Lock Haven

Golden Axe

Friday, July 3: 4-9 p.m.

Sunday: 12-5 p.m.

Closed Saturday, July 4

529 High St., Unit 1, Lock Haven

The Salvation Army

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Closed Friday, July 3

119 E. Church St., Lock Haven

Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours and check on vulnerable individuals, including the elderly, children and pets.