Temperatures and humidity will be increasing into the weekend with forecast temperatures into the 90s and heat indices near 100º. There will be a chance for showers and thunderstorms after midnight tonight. Another round of thunderstorms will be possible Thursday night. The forecast calls for temperatures into the 90s for Thursday thru Sunday.
The Jackson County Office of the Sheriff Emergency Management Division is encouraging citizens to be extra cautious when outside for extended periods of time. Sheriff Steve Rand encourages citizens to take the necessary precautions to prevent serious health effects such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
Stay cool
• Stay in air-conditioned buildings.
• Contact Central Michigan 211 by calling 211 or www.centralmichigan211.org to locate an air-conditioned shelter in your area.
• Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.
• Limit outdoor activity, especially midday when it is the hottest part of the day and avoid direct sunlight.
• Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Take cool showers or baths to lower your body temperature.
• Check on at-risk friends, family and neighbors at least twice a day.
Stay hydrated
• Drink more than usual and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
• Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside.
• Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
• Make sure your family, friends and neighbors are drinking enough water.
Stay informed
• Check your local news for extreme heat warnings and safety tips.
• Keep your friends, family and neighbors aware of weather and heat safety information.
The following cooling centers will be open:
Lifeways – 1200 N. West Ave
City of Jackson Recreation Department-Boos Recreation Center – 210 Gilbert St
City of Jackson Recreation Department-King Community Center – 1107 Adrian St
Drop-In-Center – 1009 W. Mich. Ave
Village of Spring Meadows – 3501 County Farm Rd
Napoleon Twp. Hall – 6755 Brooklyn Rd
Jackson Interfaith Shelter – 414 S. Blackstone St
Jackson College – All locations
Jackson County Dept on Aging – 1715 Lansing Ave
Jackson Area Transportation Authority – 127 West Cortland St
Meijer- 3333 E. Michigan Ave and 2777 Airport Rd