In the News ... "Midland Salvation Army opens up cooling station for the summer"

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• Finding out about this cooling station is a lifesaver for many people in need

By Christina Burgess, Reporter
• KWES-TV

MIDLAND, TEXAS - When the triple digit heat hits, the The Salvation Army of Midland's cooling station becomes filled with patrons.

"What we found out is in these hot summer months people are passing out in the parks," said Salvation Army Captain Robert Coriston. "A family we brought in today was in a tent that just turned into an oven. We wanted to find a way where people can come hang out, be safe, stay hydrated, cool maybe, watch movies, play board games in between the three meals we serve."

While inside cooling off, the Salvation Army provides meals, games and ice cold water. This year they're also providing free water bottles and electrolyte packets ...

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