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At night, urban canyons generally impede cooling, as buildings and structures can obstruct the heat that is being released from urban infrastructure.

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

Health List: Cooling centers in Hampton Roads open during dangerous heat wave Excessive heat can cause numerous health problems, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke, according to the CDC.

The city’s recreation and parks department announced that beginning on Tuesday, cooling centers will open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. until the heat subsides.

If you are looking to beat the heat, cities around the Hampton Roads area are offering cooling centers at local libraries, community centers and more.

Soaring temperatures in the D.C. region has shuttered the towering Washington Monument through Tuesday, as the District activates its heat emergency plan.