Amber Campbell
Coverage of Amber Campbell in the Nexus archive.
- Aurora pools, splash pads packed as heatwave grips the region this week
Aurora residents are flocking to city pools and splash pads as a heatwave brings triple-digit temperatures and high fire danger. The city has not yet activated cooling centers, which open at 100°F or higher, but Denver has opened nearly 50. Residents praised the splash pads and pools for cooling down, while officials emphasized cooling centers are available for all, not just homeless individuals.
- Denver opens nearly 50 cooling centers as extreme heat grips city
Denver opened nearly 50 cooling centers at libraries and recreation centers to combat extreme heat, marking the first time this many have been activated. The National Weather Service reported an increasing trend in high-heat days, with Denver experiencing significantly more 90-degree days in the past decade compared to historical averages. Officials emphasized the centers are available to all residents, not just those experiencing homelessness.