Due to a power outage affecting approximately 1,700 MEC members in the city’s midtown area, the City of Bullhead City has opened a cooling station at the Optimum Community Center (2380 Optimum Way).

🕒 Open Until 10:00 PM Tonight

📍 Rooms 606 & 607

🐾 Pets allowed (must be crated – crates provided)

Available Services:

✅ Air conditioning

✅ Restrooms

✅ Drinking water

✅ Heat awareness information

✅ Outlets for charging devices

Residents are encouraged to visit the center to stay safe from the heat. Please check on vulnerable neighbors and call 911 for emergency assistance if needed.

🔧 The City is monitoring the situation as Mohave Electric Cooperative works to restore service.

💡 Other Cooling Options in Bullhead City:

📍 BHHS Legacy Foundation Christine Stamper Center for Help & Hope

1594 North Oatman Rd | Open daily, 9 AM – 8 PM

• AC, water, food, restrooms, charging, beds for the unhoused

• Extended hours on days above 115°F

📍 Salvation Army Social Services

1461 Palma Rd | Mon/Wed/Fri: 9 AM – 4 PM | Thurs: 9 AM – Noon

• AC, water, restrooms, charging, support resources

📍 Bullhead City Senior Enrichment Center

2275 Trane Rd | For ages 50+

• Mon/Fri: 8 AM – 4 PM | Tues–Thurs: 8 AM – 6 PM

• AC, water, senior meals, charging, activities

🙏 Thank you for your patience and cooperation as power restoration efforts continue. Stay cool, hydrated, and safe!

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