Excessive heat for several days can be dangerous. Hot temperatures and high humidity can cause severe thunderstorms, power outages or interruptions, illness and death.
The Oakland County Homeland Security Division and Oakland County Health Division monitor the local and regional situations during Heat Advisories or Excessive Heat Warnings issued by the National Weather Service.
Tips to Stay Cool and Protected From the Sun
Limit outside activities during the day. Avoid too much exercise during the warmest part of the day
Stay hydrated by drinking lots of water
If you have to be in the sun, protect yourself with sunscreen, sunglasses and light colored clothing
Keep cool! Use an air conditioner or go to a cool place such as a basement, neighbor’s house, community center, senior citizen center, library, shopping mall, movie theater, or other air conditioned location.
Even an hour or two in these locations will cool you down
Check on family members, neighbors and friends
Never leave children, the elderly, or pets in parked cars. Cars heat up quickly, even if the windows are open
We’re Here to Help
Oakland County Homeland Security Division and the Health Division are committed to informing the public and providing guidance for protective measures. The County coordinates resources, supports local municipalities and non-government groups when there is a request for assistance or if a state of emergency/disaster has been declared. The decision to set up ‘Cooling Centers’ is made at the local level and will be posted on our website(s) when the County is notified.
