While things are much better at the Summerset Apartments, FIRM continues to assist residents whenever there are needs. We noticed that about a quarter of the units (just over 50) still had swamp coolers to provide their cooling needs. The problem with swamp coolers is that they do not function well over 90 degrees. Many of the residents at Summerset could be considered vulnerable populations (children and elderly) and there are health risks from poor indoor air quality, high indoor humidity (80%-90%) and heat stroke from indoor temperatures not cooling during the high Fresno temperatures. This is an issue that FIRM has sprung into action to correct. We are working with Regency Properties to ensure that every unit at Summerset has an air conditioner and does not have a swamp cooler any longer. In fact, this month, we purchased and installed the first air conditioning unit for Tomahawk Siphongsay, who is an elderly resident (Pictured, 63 years of age) at the complex that had operated a swamp cooler for many years. We heard of his need through his son, who is now the Program Manager here at FIRM! We look forward to a day where no swamp coolers are used at Summerset and where residents can be safe and cool during the hot Fresno summers.