CITY OF DETROIT OFFERS TIPS TO KEEP COOL IN THE HEAT

When temperatures rise above 90 degrees, everyone is at risk, but the elderly and the very young are most susceptible to heat and heat-related illnesses. Signs of heat-related illnesses include headache, dizziness, nausea, heavy to no sweating, confusion, and pale or flushed skin.

The American Red Cross recommends the following treatment for persons with heat-related illnesses:

� Move the person to a cool place.
� Give cool water to drink.
� Apply ice packs or cool wet cloths to the skin.
� If a person refuses water, vomits, or loses consciousness, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Tips For Keeping Cool In the Heat & Preventing Heat Illnesses
� Avoid direct sunlight, and remember that because heat rises, the coolest part of the house is usually the basement.
� Electric fans do not cool the air, but they do help sweat to evaporate, which cools your body.
� If your home is too hot, there are several public places that have air conditioning. (See list below.)
� Drink a lot of water -- your body uses sweat to control your body temperature. Talk to your physician if you have concerns about drinking too much water.
� Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which dehydrate the body.
� Wear light-colored clothing because dark clothing absorbs sunlight. Clothes should be loose fitting and lightweight.
� Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed, light-colored hat and sunglasses.
� Never leave children, any other person or a pet in a closed, parked vehicle.
� Slow down and avoid strenuous activity. If you must work outside, take frequent breaks.
� Visit persons at risk twice daily and watch for signs of heat illnesses.
� Speak with your doctor about any medications you are taking to learn if they may interfere with your body�s ability to regulate temperature.
� Do not use salt tablets unless directed to do so by a physician.

CITY OF DETROIT COOLING LOCATIONS

Joseph Walker Williams Center Patton Community Center
8432 Rosa Parks Blvd. 2301 Woodmere
Detroit, MI 48206 Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 628-2039 (313) 628-2000

From now through June 23 From now through June 23
Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Summer Hours Start June 25, 2007 Summer Hours Start June 25, 2007
Monday � Friday 6 a.m. � 8 p.m. Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Detroit Library Branches
Branches below open
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday Noon - 8 p.m

Chase Branch
1731 W. Seven Mile Rd., (313) 578-8002
Conley Branch
4600 Martin, (313) 224-6461
Douglass Branch
3666 Grand River, (313) 833-9714
Elmwood Park Branch
550 Chene, (313) 877-8014
Franklin Branch
13651 E. McNichols, (313) 852-4797
Sherwood Forest Branch
7117 W. Seven Mile, (313) 578-7587

The three branches listed below are open
Monday, Wednesday, Noon - 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Campbell Branch
8733 W. Vernor, (313) 297-8404
Edison Branch
18400 Joy Road, (313) 852-4515
Redford Branch
21200 Grand River, (313) 578-8000

Skillman Branch
121 Gratiot, (313) 628-2750
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Please not that all of the above locations are closed on Fridays and open on Saturdays after Labor Day.

Main Library
5201 Woodward, (313) 833-1000
Tuesday, Wednesday: Noon - 8 p.m.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.