As we continue dealing with extreme heat, here's a reminder to take advantage of cooling centers and tips to avoid heat-related illnesses

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Maryland's Department of Health is offering advice to beat the heat.

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. — Four deaths were reported in Prince George’s County, one in Anne Arundel, and one in Baltimore City because of extreme heat, which is expected to continue across the D.C. region.

The Maryland Department of Health says the following are signs to watch out for when it comes to heat exhaustion:

dehydration
cool, pale, or flushed skin
muscle cramps
nausea

If you are suffering from heat exhaustion you need to drink fluids and find shade.

The more serious concern is going to be heat stroke. The Maryland Department of Health says the following are warning signs:

a body temperature over 105 degrees
dry, red skin
shallow breathing
disorientation
delirium

If you’re experiencing this or you see someone else you think might be experiencing this you need to call 911.

Excessive heat warnings have prompted officials in Prince George's County to change the trash pick-up schedule. A new adjusted waste collection start time will operate from July 15 through September 30. Residents are advised to have their carts at the curb by 5 a.m.

The Maryland’s health Department shared the following tips to help cope with extreme heat:

• Drink plenty of fluids

• Avoid alcohol, caffeine and overly-sweetened beverages

• Wear loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothing

• Avoid direct sunlight and wear sunscreen; stay in the shade when possible

• If you’re exercising outside do it in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler

Here's a full list of cooling centers in Prince George's county:

Cooling Centers:

Vansville Community Center 6813 Ammendale Road Beltsville, MD 20705
Langley Park Community Center 1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20783
Rolllingcrest-Chillum Community Center 6120 Sargent Rd, Chillum, MD 20782
Huntington Community Center 13022 8th St. Unit B, Bowie, MD 20720
Kentland Community Center 2413 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover, MD 20785
Berwyn Heights Community Center 6200 Pontiac St, Berwyn Heights, MD 20740
Largo/Kettering/ Perrywood Community Center 431 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Cedar Heights Community Center 1200 Glen Willow Drive, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743
Glenarden Community Center 8615 McLain Ave, Glenarden, MD 20706
Temple Hills Community Center 5300 Temple Hill Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Suitland Community Center 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville, MD 20747
Southern Regional Technology and Recreational Center 7007 Bock Road Fort Washington, MD 20744
Harmony Hall Recreation Center 10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
Hillcrest Heights Community Center 2300 Oxon Run Dr. Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748
John C Howard Community Center 4400 Shell Street Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Oakcrest Community Center 1300 Capitol Heights Blvd, District Heights, MD 20747
Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex 13601 Missouri Avenue, Brandywine, MD 20613
Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Rd Landover, MD 20785
Tucker Road Ice Rink 1770 Tucker Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
Camp Springs Senior Activity Center 6420 Allentown Road, Camp Springs, MD 20748
Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center 7120 Contee Road, Laurel, MD 20707
John E Howard Senior Activity Center 4400 Shell Street, Capitol Heights, MD 20743

Outdoor Aquatic Facilities:

Allentown Splash Park: 7210 Allentown Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
Ellen Linson Splash Park: 5211 Campus Drive, College Park, MD 20740
Glenn Dale Splash Park: 1901 Glenn Dale Boulevard, Glenn Dale, MD 20769
Hamilton Splash Park: 3901 Hamilton Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781
J. Franklyn Bourne Pool: 6500 Calmos Street, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743
Lane Manor Splash Park: 7601 West Park Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20783
North Barnaby Splash Park: 5000 Wheeler Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Indoor Aquatic Facilities (Hours vary by location):

Allentown Splash Park: 7210 Allentown Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744
Fairland Sports & Aquatics Complex: 13820 Old Gunpowder Rd, Laurel, MD 20707
Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex: 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD 20785
Rollingcrest-Chillum Splash Pool: 6122 Sargent Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782
Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex: 13601 Missouri Avenue, Brandywine, MD 20613
Theresa Banks Memorial Aquatic Center: 8615 McLain Avenue, Glenarden, MD 20706

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