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The background: This is the fourth – and final – A/C giveaway event LADWP has hosted since July. Previous events have taken place in Watts, Pacoima and Lincoln Heights. The utility has distributed more than 1,000 portable air conditioners to low-income, older Angelenos at these events, but demand remains high.

Why it matters: This is the first summer LADWP has hosted such giveaway events. Officials say that's a possibility the utility wants to address increasingly extreme heat waves caused by climate change.

How to get your air conditioner: The upcoming event will be held on October 10th from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center in Reseda. Only LADWP customers over 60 who are enrolled in or qualify for the EZ-SAVE or Lifeline programs are eligible. You must register on-lineand bring a LADWP invoice in your name and ID to the event.

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