Dangerous Heat Returns to Mid-Michigan With Feels-Like Temperatures Near 103

Yet again, Mid-Michigan is getting another blast of dangerous summer heat, and several local communities are opening cooling centers to give residents somewhere nearby to escape it.

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Tuesday, July 14, from noon until 8 p.m. Heat index values could climb as high as 103 degrees during the afternoon.

Where to Find Cooling Centers in Lansing

The City of Lansing has activated its Code Red plan. Cooling centers include the following areas:

• Capital Area District Library Branches
• CATA Transportation Center.
• Foster Community Center
• Geir Community Center
• Letts Community Center
• Schmidt Community Center

The Outreach, operated by the City Rescue Mission, is also available overnight. Lansing's year-round day shelters, including Advent House, and the City Rescue Mission's Women and Children's Shelter, remain available as well.

East Lansing Cooling Center Locations

In East Lansing, residents can cool off at the Hannah Community Center on Abbot Road or the East Lansing Public Library. Both locations will continue with their normal programs and events while operating as cooling centers.

Free Rides to Jackson County Cooling Centers

Cooling locations are also open in Jackson County. The Jackson Area Transportation Authority is offering free rides to participating locations through its Hot Ticket Program. Those locations include the Jackson County Department on Aging, the Martin Luther King Jr.Recreation Center, Westwood Mall, and all Jackson District Library branches.

How to Stay Safe During Dangerous Heat

Health officials are reminding everyone to drink water regularly, wear lightweight clothing, and limit outside time during the hottest part of the day. Never leave children or pets inside a parked vehicle, even for a few minutes.

You should also check on older neighbors, people with health conditions, and anyone who may not have reliable air conditioning.

Signs of a Heat-Related Emergency

Confusion, slurred speech, seizures or unconsciousness could be signs of a serious heat emergency. Call 911 immediately if someone shows these symptoms.