Cooling centers provide a place for the public to escape the heat and stay hydrated, with many offering extended hours during this period.

With extreme heat remaining in place across the Pittsburgh region through at least Wednesday, several cooling centers have opened to give residents a place to escape the dangerous temperatures.

The City of McAllen and Reliant Energy on Thursday launched three Beat the Heat Cooling Centers. As temperatures rise in the Rio Grande Valley, cooling centers will provide a safe, air-conditioned space where residents can rest and cool off while enjoying water,