A Code Red has been issued in Lansing as dangerously high temperatures grip the region, prompting the city to open cooling centers to help residents beat the heat.
- A Code Red heat alert has been issued in Lansing due to dangerously high temperatures.
- Cooling centers, including the downtown CATA station and local libraries and community centers, are open and free to the public.
- CATA is offering free rides to cooling centers across the city to help residents access relief.
- Organizations like Advent House are distributing water and cooling supplies to vulnerable residents.
At the downtown Lansing CATA station, one of 10 designated cooling centers, many people sought relief from the sweltering conditions. Among them was David Walker, who stopped by while on his way to cooler shelter.
“Right now, I’m headed to my dad’s house—he has the AC on, so I’m about to enjoy that,” Walker said. Though he normally passes through the station quickly, Thursday’s heat wave kept him around longer than usual. “Just walking around hoping the air hits me,” he added.
Walker isn’t alone. The CATA station has become a temporary refuge for residents seeking a break from the blistering heat.
“The most vulnerable in our community need a lot on a day like this,” said CATA CEO. “They need to be cooled off.”…