Please see the following public health and safety information from the Genesee County Health Department:

As high temperatures continue, Genesee County residents looking for relief from the heat can access air-conditioned public spaces at several locations throughout the community during regular business hours.

Please note: The locations on the County’s current list have confirmed that members of the public may use their air-conditioned space, subject to any site-specific requirements. These sites are commonly called cooling centers, but they are not formal emergency cooling centers unless local, county or state authorities declare and activate an emergency response. Hours and availability may change, so residents should review location details before traveling.

Cooling Locations by Community

Burton
Burton Senior Center
3410 S. Grand Traverse, Burton
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
No age restrictions.

Fenton
City of Fenton Police Department
Lobby open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Fenton Township
Fenton Township – Genesee County Sheriff’s Substation
Lobby open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Flint
Brennan Senior Center
1301 Pingree St.
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Available to residents age 55 and older.

Center for Hope
812 Root St.
Monday-Friday, noon-5 p.m.
Open when the heat index reaches 85 degrees or warmer. Water is provided.

North End Soup Kitchen
735 E. Stewart Ave.
Monday-Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Hours may vary depending on the heat index.

The County’s list also identifies several City of Flint locations that were available on June 29: Haskell Community Center, Mays Senior & Community Center, McKinley Community Center and the Flint City Hall Dome. Residents should confirm current availability before visiting, as the listed City of Flint schedule was specifically identified for June 29.

Flushing Township
Flushing Area Senior Center
106 Elm St., Flushing
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Open to all ages.

Forest Township
Forest Township Senior Center
Open Monday, June 29 through Thursday, July 2, from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cold water and popsicles are available.

Grand Blanc
R&B Used Books
12830 S. Saginaw St., Suite F
Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Water is provided.

Linden
Loose Senior Center
707 N. Bridge St.
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Mundy Township
Mundy Township Senior and Enrichment Center
Residents should check the center’s current information for availability and hours.

Additional Hot-Weather Assistance

Street & PATH Outreach teams are canvassing areas and providing water during periods of high heat. Outreach is available Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Residents can reach Street & PATH Outreach at 810-553-0056.

Genesee County’s cooling-location list is updated throughout the summer as additional sites are identified and operating details change. Organizations that offer a public cooling space and would like to be included can contact the Genesee County Health Department at gchd-info@geneseecountymi.gov.