In anticipation of the extreme temperatures forecasted for the week of June 17, 2024, the City of Farmington Hills will open the Costick Activities Center as a cooling center for anyone looking for relief from the heat. The Costick Activities Center is located at 28600 W. Eleven Mile Road, between Middlebelt and Inkster Roads.

 

The resource will be available to community members and non-residents starting Monday, June 17 through Sunday, June 23. The hours of operation for the cooling center are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., except on Thursday, June 20, when the center will be available to the public from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Summer heat can contribute to adverse air quality conditions and can also impact the health conditions of older adults, children and those with respiratory concerns. Community members are encouraged to check on family, friends, neighbors and pets to ensure everyone stays healthy and safe.

 

The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) encourages community members to take action to voluntarily lower emissions to help minimize ozone formation, including:

• Delay mowing the lawn until evening or another day. Exhaust from lawn mowers and other gas-powered yard equipment contribute to ozone formation.
• Drive less, telecommute, bike or walk. These options help to minimize traffic congestion and air pollution, as well as save money.
• Avoid refueling vehicles during daylight hours. Fumes released at the gas pump contribute to ozone formation.
• Delay or combine errands. This will reduce traffic congestion and air pollution.
• Reduce electricity use. Adjust thermostats a few degrees warmer and turn off lights, computers and other electrical devices when not in use.

 

For more information about the cooling center at the Costick Activities Center, call 248-473-1800 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional cooling center locations throughout Oakland County, visit https://www.oakgov.com/community/emergency-management/need-to-know/safety/cooling-centers. If you’re experiencing an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

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