In response to forecasts calling for extreme heat and poor air quality across the Portland metro region throughout Labor Day weekend and possibly into mid-week, Multnomah County officials will open cooling centers between Sept. 1 and Sept. 7.

Additional locations, such as public libraries and community fountains that will also provide relief from the heat, can be found on the county's interactive map of places to get cool over the next few days. (Click the map to be redirected to the county's website.)

Multnomah County Walnut Park Building , 5325 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Portland Saturday, Sunday, and Labor Day from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Tuesday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

, 5325 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Portland Multnomah County East Building , 600 N.E. Eighth St. in Gresham Saturday, Sunday, and Labor Day from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Tuesday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

, 600 N.E. Eighth St. in Gresham Hollywood Senior Center , 1820 N.E. 40th Ave. in Portland

, 1820 N.E. 40th Ave. in Portland Saturday and Labor Day from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Ride Connection can provide transportation to cooling centers free of charge, though reservations are encouraged. Secure a ride by calling 503-226-0700.



Pets and kids are welcomed at all three county cooling centers, officials said, though some visitors may be asked to kennel their pets — but not their kids. Snacks, water, board games, and movies will be available at all three centers.