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The Department of Public Health is reminding city residents about the 90 public spray grounds to cool off in, and all 61 pools are open to the public.

On 33rd and Girard, Dominic Page is under the shade of large trees, offering ice-cold refreshments to passing drivers.As for how he stays cool while standing out there?The tiny pitter-patter of feet splash in puddles at Sister Cities Park along the parkway, a fast way to cool off in the concrete jungle."We're going to be staying in water, we'll probably go from fountain to fountain," Kaplan said.

Speaking of water: the suggestion from the health department is to drink water even if you're not thirsty. Once you're thirsty it means you're already dehydrated.Department of Homeless Services: 232-1984

 

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