June 26 Daily Briefing: Staying safe in the heat, suspected pool supply burglars nabbed, and more

Welcome to Wednesday, everyone! Given the volume of reports coming from the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District about West Nile Virus being detected in other desert cities, it’s probably only a matter of time before it’s found in Palm Springs. So, consider this your annual reminder to take some preventative measures to stop them from gathering at your home. Need to know what those measure are? Simply turn here for advice from the district. 

🎶 Setting the mood: “Green Light” by Lorde

LEADING OFF

Residents receive crucial heat safety tips from Red Cross expert

Desert dwellers are used to the heat, and the associated warnings, watches, and advisories that come with it. But what does it all mean, and what action should you take? Those questions and more were answered Tuesday evening.

Driving the news: With temperatures hovering north of 105 degrees outside, residents gathered at City Hall to learn vital information about staying safe during extreme heat events during a presentation sponsored by the city and the Racquet Club West Neighborhood Organization, part of ONE-PS.

• Nick Toller of the American Red Cross delivered a comprehensive presentation on recognizing and treating heat-related illnesses, as well as preparing homes for scorching temperatures.

Zoom in: Heat-related illnesses can be dangerous and potentially fatal if left untreated, Toller explained. For example, heat exhaustion can progress to heat stroke, which can cause permanent organ damage.

Key differences: Heat exhaustion involves profuse sweating, while heat stroke is characterized by a complete cessation of sweating. Other symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, and confusion.

Action steps: For heat exhaustion, move the person to a cool place and provide water. For suspected heat stroke, call 911 immediately and focus on cooling the person down.

• Do not give fluids to someone experiencing heat stroke. And for those experiencing heat exhaustion, administer fluids slowly.

Bottom line: “Monitor the temperature and heat index, especially during certain times of year,” Toller said. “Make sure even if you’re inside you’re keeping an eye on if it’s 105 outside. You should probably know if that’s the case and listen for updates.”

Dive deeper with our complete story online.

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BRIEFLY

🚨Suspected pool supply burglary ring busted

Three suspects were arrested in Palm Springs during the early morning hours  Sunday for allegedly stealing pool equipment, possibly disrupting a major commercial burglary operation.

• The arrests occurred during a felony stop of a U-Haul truck matching the description of a vehicle used in a previous burglary at a pool supply business. That stop occurred as PSPD officers were responding to an alarm activation at a pool supply business in South Palm Springs.
  
  
• Two Riverside men, ages 44 and 49, as well as a 51-year-old man from Norco were detained and booked at the John Benoit Detention Center. The suspects face charges including felony conspiracy to commit crime, felony second-degree burglary, and misdemeanor possession of burglary tools.

Bottom line: Officers recovered stolen pool equipment, including heaters, pumps, and supplies. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to uncover the full extent of the burglary operation.

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TODAY’S FEATURED EVENTS

PSUSD Job Fair
1 p.m. | District Headquarters
The Palm Springs Unified School District is looking to fill several roles in various departments including campus safety, custodial, and nutritional services. Register online here.

Sip and Chill with Palm Springs First Responders
4:30 p.m. | Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort Clubhouse
Hosted by District 4 Events Committee, join local first responders for an open house today at the Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort.

Parks and Recreation Master Planning Workshop
5:30 p.m. | Demuth Community Center
Community members are invited to provide input into the Parks and Recreation master planning process. 

Planning Commission
6 p.m. | City Hall
According to the agenda, commissioners will consider items including a year-long time extension for a self-storage project and cannabis temporary events.

Summer Cabaret Series: Philip Chaffin
7 p.m. | Coachella Valley Repertory
In “Will He Like Me?” three-time Grammy nominee Philip Chaffin takes two dozen classics of the Great American Songbook – songs once considered off-limits to male vocalists – and reimagines them for the marriage-equality era. ($50)

Palm Springs Power Baseball Game
7 p.m. | Palm Springs Stadium
Tonight, the Power take on the Inland Valley Legends. Tickets can be purchased at the stadium’s box office.

SAVE THE DATE

• Palm Springs Equality Wine & Food Fest at Margaritaville Resort on Saturday.
  
  
• Palm Springs All American 4th of July at Sunrise Park on July 4.
  
  
• ONE-PS Lip-Sync Battle at the Palm Springs Cultural Center on July 7.
  
  
• Happy Hour for a Star fundraiser at Wildest Restaurant on July 14.

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AND FINALLY …

🐾 Each week, The Post partners with a local animal shelter to feature one or more of the many animal companions ready for a new home in our community. 

Today we invite you to meet 6-year-old mini poodle mix Robin. He can be pretty shy around new people, but once he trusts you, you’ll see his loyal side. He does well with dogs he knows, but can be reactive with unfamiliar dogs.

• Staff at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter say the handsome boy needs a patient and understanding owner to help him feel secure and confident.

If you’re interested: You can visit the shelter at 4575 E. Mesquite Ave. Hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on all days except for Mondays (open for intake only) and Thursdays (1 p.m. until 7 p.m.). You can always call the shelter at (760) 416-5718.

• Make sure to check out all the other pets at the shelter here. And get a jump start on adoption by completing the form here.