With the expectation of record temperatures, Pierce County Emergency Management is providing a Heat Wave Info Line to address heat-related questions.

The public can call 1-866-97-PCEOC (1-866-977-2362) during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday through Friday. We strongly recommend that residents check on elderly neighbors or those with small children and call if assistance is needed.

Due to the region’s excessive heat, Pierce County Libraries have extended their hours and other facilities are inviting people to stop by and cool off.

The Bonney Lake and Sumner libraries is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. through Friday, while the Buckley branch is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Also, the Bonney Lake Senior Center is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Thursday and the Buckley Multi-Purpose Center is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.

Citizens are also encouraged to take advantage of cooler air in other public buildings such as movie theaters, malls and other stores.