Dear Neighbor,

We know many of you are feeling the effects of this week’s heat wave. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for much of Los Angeles County through Thursday, July 16, at 8:00 p.m.

To help you stay safe during extreme heat, please keep these reminders in mind:

• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing whenever possible.
• Check on those most vulnerable to heat-related illness, including older adults, young children, pregnant people, and individuals with chronic health conditions.
• Wear sunscreen and limit prolonged sun exposure.
• Never leave children, older adults, or pets unattended in a vehicle.

For additional heat safety information, visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat/.

Cooling Centers

LA County libraries are available during their normal operating hours to help residents stay cool.

• Find your nearest LA County Library Cooling Center: lacountylibrary.org/coolingcenters/ 
• View a complete list of cooling centers across Los Angeles County, click here 

LA County Pools and Splash Pads

• Find your nearest LA County pool. 
• Find your nearest LA County splash pad. 

Responding to Power Outages

Southern California Edison customers

• Report an outage at sce.com/outage-center/report-an-outage or call 800-611-1911. 
• Check outage status at sce.com/outage-center/check-outage-status. 

Los Angeles Department of Water & Power customers

• Report an outage at ladwp.com or call 800-342-5397. 
• View the power outage map at ladwp.com/outages/power-outage-map. 

For tips on preparing for and responding to power outages, visit ready.lacounty.gov/power-outage/.

Unincorporated Community Residents

If you experience traffic signal outages or other infrastructure issues, contact LA County Public Works’ 24/7 Dispatch at 1-800-675-HELP (4357).

LA City Residents

For resources available in the City of Los Angeles, call 3-1-1, the City of LA Library Information Office at (213) 228-7555, or visit the Los Angeles “Beat the Heat” webpage.

Weather Monitoring Resources

• Current National Weather Service Heat Risk map 
• Subscribe to LA County Department of Public Health Weather Advisories  
• Search National Weather Service Forecast by Area  

Stay Informed

Sign up for emergency alerts here: ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications

Our office is here to support you, contact us at 213-974-2222 or HollyJMitchell@bos.lacounty.gov

Sincerely,

Team Mitchell

Starting July 1, 2026, Medi-Cal dental coverage will change for some adult beneficiaries. Understanding these changes can help you maintain access to dental care and avoid interruptions in treatment.

Check out this infographic to learn more about:

• Who may be affected by the coverage changes
• Which dental services will continue to be covered
• Why it is important to renew your Medi-Cal coverage on time
• How SCFHC’s Managed Care Team can help you understand your benefits and explore your options

Staying informed is an important step in protecting your oral health. If you have questions about your coverage or need assistance with your Medi-Cal renewal, our team is here to help.