Washtenaw County is preparing for a hot summer with a list of cooling sites for easy access to the public.
The global forecast predicts 2026 will be among one of the hottest summers on record. Washtenaw County is making preparations for designated cooling sites that offer short-term reprieve from the heat.
Stacy Steele with the Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development (OCED) says the cooling sites are available throughout the county at district libraries.
“For those that are needing that reprieve from the heat, whether their housing doesn't have air conditioning, or they're just out and about in the community and need that rest stop.”
Participating libraries include Ann Arbor Library District, Chelsea Library, Dexter, Ypsilanti District, and others.
During times of extreme heat or when the National Weather Service issues heat advisories, the Delonis Center will activate "weather amnesty" with extra space provided for use as a cooling center during the day and evening hours.
All county office building lobbies are available as cooling sites during normal business hours.
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