BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — An Extreme Heat Watch is in effect from Saturday morning through 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 24, for southwest Michigan, including Battle Creek.

🌡️ Heat index values may reach up to 102°F.
🚨 Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity.

✅ What you can do:

• Drink plenty of fluids
• Stay in air-conditioned spaces
• Avoid direct sun exposure
• Check on relatives and neighbors

Need to cool off? Several Cooling Shelters are available in Calhoun County:

The Haven of Rest – 11 Green St, Battle Creek
Men’s Shelter chapel open when temps exceed 90°F; shelter population remains in-house 24/7.

The Share Center – 120 Grove St, Battle Creek
Open daily 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; cafeteria space available for families.

Battle Creek Salvation Army – 400 Capital Ave NE
Open as a cooling center Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Inasmuch House – 27 Green St, Battle Creek
Open for women and children through the Haven of Rest.

Albion Public Safety – 112 W Cass St, Albion
Lobby open during regular hours as a cooling center.

Albion City Hall – 112 W Cass St, Albion
Mayor’s Conference Room available Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (Closed Fridays)

Stay safe and stay cool, Battle Creek. 💧☀️
 

City of Battle Creek Communications Office 10 N. Division Street, Battle Creek, MI 49014 (269) 966-3311 publicinput@battlecreekmi.gov www.battlecreekmi.gov