No escape from the heat

For those living on the streets of Bakersfield, escaping dangerous summer temperatures isn’t as simple as going inside to cool off.

“It gets hot, you know, that’s why our teams carry water, you know, carry water to make sure they are hydrated. We offer shelters, we even give them information on cooling centers,” said Manuel Vieyra, director of programs at Flood Ministries.

Flood Ministries, a non-profit providing services to the homeless, maintains a constant presence on the streets regardless of weather conditions…

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