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Clear Channel Outdoor and Maricopa County Launch Campaign to Display Critical Local Heat Relief Resources

For the second year in a row, the Digital Billboard Campaign expands awareness and provides resources to the hottest months of the year

Phoenix, May 22, 2025 / prnewswire/ – Outdoor clear channel (NYSE: CCO) and Maricopa County We have teamed up for the second year in a row to reduce deaths from local fever. The new digital billboard campaign will educate and alert visitors to valley residents and visitors about important local heat relief resources, particularly over 200 local heat relief sites. Arizona The heat of dangerous late spring and summer. On campaign May 12thth Running until mid-October will be held with Maricopa Government Association, 211 Arizona Phoenix city.

“We are grateful to Clear Channel for donating Billboard space for the second year in a row to help spread this important safety message,” he said. Maricopa County Chairman of the Supervisory Committee Thomas GalvinDistrict 2.

last year, Maricopa County According to the first time in 10 years, it saw a decline in fever-related deaths. data From the Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH). Preliminary data confirms 602 fever-related deaths recorded in 2024, down from the 2023 record set of 645. Phoenix I have experienced the metro area for 113 days in a row at over 100°F.

“Keeping residents safe during the extreme summer heat is a top priority, so we offer the respite site an overnight and extended period of options,” he said. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “We are grateful for our partnership with 211 Arizona, MAG, Clear Channel Outdoor and Maricopa County, making it clear that we are making sure our residents are aware of these life-saving resources.”

“We are proud to partner with fellow community stakeholders to amplify public awareness of the resources available to residents during periods of life-threatening fever,” he said. Adriane Youngbloodpresident, Arizona Department, clear channel outdoors. “As Phoenix Residents, we hope that our medium will help educate our community on how to quickly access the assistance they need, whether they find a cooling center or other heat mitigation resources. Everyone in our community has the knowledge necessary to take the necessary steps to protect ourselves and our families from the dangers of extreme heat. ”

A digital billboard donated by Clear Channel Outdoor will help promote a free 24/7 information service that can help people experiencing hot emergency situations. 211 Arizona Live Operators make calls in English and Spanish. 9am to 7pm Every day, we help residents find nearby cooling centres, transportation help, utility support, or emergency A/C repairs during the 2025 heat season. Even if a live operator is not available, callers can still connect to the resource by selecting from the Auto menu. Resource connections and more information can also be accessed online 2111arizona.org.

Visit us for more information on fever diseases and prevention Maricopa.gov/heat.

For real-time thermal data, Visit the new MCDPH dashboard.

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. About

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCO) It is at the forefront of promoting innovation in the out-of-home advertising industry. The dynamic advertising platform is to expand the pool of advertisers using media through expansion of digital billboards and displays and integration of data analytics and programmatic capabilities that provide easier and measurable campaigns to purchase. By leveraging the size, reach and flexibility of our diverse asset portfolio, we connect advertisers with millions of consumers each month.

About Maricopa County

Maricopa County It is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, with over 4.5 million people living there. Together, through almost 50 projects including public health, public safety, and elections. Maricopa County Employees work on behalf of all residents and provide programs and services that improve quality of life with great value for taxpayers. We believe in services that help you solve problems, move forward with your project, manage difficult situations, or simply check something from the list.

About Phoenix city

Phoenix It is the fifth largest city US. We are a vibrant and growing city, Live, workand play! Explore our website news And to learn about urban services. follow me Social Media.

About the Maricopa Government Association

The Maricopa Government Association (MAG) provides forums for local and tribal governments who work together on issues affecting the lives of all at large. Phoenix region. MAG is the place to develop and coordinate Heat Relief Network Interactive Maps and donate supply, identifying hundreds of places where people can find shade, water and indoor cooling. The network is active May 1st to September 30th.

Approximately 211 Arizona

211 Arizona was originally known as a community information and referral service, but was founded in 1964 and in 1979 as a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. www.211arizona.org

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