Posted July 3, 2012

The National Weather Service is predicting hot weather conditions for the remainder of the week. These extreme conditions can be dangerous, causing heat-related health problems.

Dearborn residents are invited to cool off during regular business hours at the following public buildings (closed July 4th):

•    Ford Community& Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave.
    Weekdays 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturdays 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sundays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
    
•    Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave.
    Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  Closed Saturday, Sunday

•    Bryant Branch Library, 22100 Michigan Ave., and Esper Branch Library, 12929 W. Warren Ave.
    Remaining business hours this week: Thursday and Friday 12:30 p.m..- 5:30 p.m.
  
Due to the continuing heat wave, the City of Dearborn will keep all of its outdoor pools open from 1-8 p.m. on the Fourth of July.  
    
During these extreme conditions, all residents are advised to take a few basic heat-related precautions:

•    Check on elderly, disabled or ill friends and relatives regularly.
•    Drink plenty of non-alcoholic and non-caffeinated fluids.
•    Make sure your pets have access to plenty of fresh water.
•    Avoid strenuous outdoor work.
•    Do not leave children or pets in parked cars.