Flint Suspends Water Shutoffs Amid Extreme Heat Warning for Residents

Facing a forecast of dangerously high temperatures, the City of Flint has implemented temporary measures to safeguard its residents. In light of the National Weather Service’s Extreme Heat Warning, Mayor Sheldon Neeley has announced a halt to residential water shutoffs during this heat emergency.

This suspension ensures that all Flint residents maintain access to running water while the heat warning remains active. The initiative aims to protect the health and well-being of the community in this period of intense heat.

Mayor Sheldon Neeley emphasized the critical nature of this action, stating, “Access to water is essential during extreme heat. As temperatures climb to dangerous levels, we are taking this temporary action to help protect the health and well-being of Flint residents. We encourage everyone to stay hydrated, seek air-conditioned spaces whenever possible, and check on neighbors, seniors, and others who may be especially vulnerable.”

Flint will revert to its standard water shutoff procedures once the Extreme Heat Warning is lifted by the National Weather Service.

For those looking to escape the heat, the City has designated several cooling centers available to residents: