July 13, 2024
Below is an updated list of cooling locations in Pocatello and Chubbuck:
COOLING LOCATIONS UPDATE:
First Congregational United Church – Cooling Location
309 N Garfield, Pocatello ID
Friday, July 12, 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Saturday, July 13, 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Sunday, July 14, Closed
Monday, July 15, 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Tuesday, July 16, 10:00 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Pocatello City Hall – Cooling Location
911 N 7th Ave, Pocatello ID 83201
Friday, July 12, 7:30 until 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 13, 10:00 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 14, 10:00 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Pocatello Animal Shelter – Cooling Location
3100 Avenue of the Chiefs
Friday, July 12, 10:00 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Saturday, July 13, 10:00 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Sunday – Closed
Monday, July 15, 10:00 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Cooling Location is in the Community Room. Individuals cannot drop off pets, they must remain with the animal
Portneuf District Library – Cooling Location
5210 Stuart Ave, Chubbuck ID 83202
Friday, July 12, 9:00 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 13, 9:00 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Sunday, July 14, Closed
Monday, July 15, 9:00 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 16, 9:00 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Marshall Public Library – Cooling Location
113 S Garfield St, Pocatello ID 83204
Friday, July 12, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Saturday, July 13, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Sunday, July 14, Closed
Monday, July 15, 10 a.m. until 9 p.m.
Tuesday, July 16, 10 a.m. until 9 p.m.
Southeastern Idaho Public Health – Cooling Center
1901 Alvin Ricken Drive, Pocatello ID 83201
Monday through Friday 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.
SIPH will provide air conditioning, water, snacks, basic activities (coloring books, games, etc.) bathrooms, seating and the ability to charge cell phones.
SIPH would greatly appreciate any resources or support that can be provided.
At this time, SIPH needs for resources/items are:
- Bottled Water
- Allergen-friendly, pre-packaged snacks (dairy-free, peanut-free, etc.)
- Toys for children, board games
- Coloring books, coloring pencils, crayons
- Possible locations for other cooling centers, and volunteers (especially medically trained people) who may be able to assist with such centers.
- Portable generators to provide backup support for other such cooling centers.
Contact Tabari, Mursalin
Southeastern Idaho Public Health
Preparedness Training & Exercise Coordinator
Office: 208-239-5208
TRANSPORTATION UPDATE:
Transportation to Cooling Centers in Pocatello can be accessed by using Pocatello Regional Transit (PRT) via its A,B,C,D, or E Routes for those in need of transportation. The bus routes, including the bus stop locations and scheduled times, can be found at https://pocatellotransit.com/fixed-route-services/. Cost to ride for general public is $1.00 one-way and all fare options can be viewed by visiting https://pocatellotransit.com/fares/. Additional help on how to ride can be viewed at https://pocatellotransit.com/how-to-ride/ or by contacting PRT dispatch at 208-234-2287. Door-to-Door services are also available to ADA-qualified persons for $2.00 one-way and senior citizens 60 years and older for a suggested donation of $2.00 one-way. More information about door-to-door services can be found at https://pocatellotransit.com/door-to-door-services/ or by calling PRT at 208-232-0111.
