Phoenix’s chilled water dispensers flow thanks to volunteers

PHOENIX — As Phoenix hits record temperatures to start August, the city is doubling its chilled water fountain program to help people in the Valley stay hydrated during extreme heat.
These specialized water fountains have dispensed over 21,000 gallons of water — enough to fill an entire backyard swimming pool.
Volunteers like Gabriel Vasquez are essential to keeping these fountains clean and functioning for the community. Vasquez lives near Roosevelt Park in downtown and serves as a volunteer lead with Hands on Greater Phoenix, visiting the fountains weekly to clean and check water temperature.

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