As the dangerous heat continues, how will power bills will be impacted?

Low-income families and seniors are among those hit the worst when temperatures soar.

Temperatures are in the 90s but it feels like triple digits. That means people have to stay cool any way they can. For seniors on fixed incomes, senior centers like Orlando's Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex offer a place to escape the daytime heat. Another option for seniors, the homeless and even families is the Salvation Army.

“It’s nice and cool. The A/C is going and those people can come in and escape the heat,” says Jaylen Christie, with the Salvation Army.

Christie said on days like this they see higher numbers of men, women and children at their shelter. But Christie also said there are ways we can all help.

“This time we’re saying, if you see a homeless person on the sidewalk, if you see a homeless person on the street, give them something cold to drink," Christie said. "Give them a bottle of water.”

If you’re fortunate enough to escape the heat in the comfort of your own home, beware of the thermostat. Tim Trudell with Orlando Utilities Commission said every degree you set your thermostat below 78 can add up to 8 percent more to the cooling costs on your utility bill.

Trudell said the threshold for not disconnecting power to those in jeopardy is 98 degrees. Until then there are resources available from OUC and in your community if you need help. For more money saving tips, click here.