With the heat ramping up again in the Twin Lakes Area, a local organization is offering a cool spot for those who might not have access to air conditioning. The Salvation Army has opened a cooling station at its social service center at 111 Arkansas Highway 201 North in Mountain Home.
The Salvation Army local commander Major Ernie Branscum says they first opened a cooling center a couple of weeks ago when the heat indices reached triple digits.
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Branscum says the key to deciding on when to open a cooling center is when they hear the term “heat index” in the forecast.
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In addition to water and air conditioning, Major Branscum says a television will be available in the room.
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The cooling center’s current hours are daily from 9 until 4:30. For more information, contact The Salvation Army’s office at 870-424-5708.
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