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Find an Elmhurst Cooling Center to Escape Excessive Heat

Residents are urged to check on their relatives, friends and neighbors as the week heats up.

Elmhurst, IL — Temperatures are on the rise this week in the Chicago area, and the National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for Thursday afternoon through Friday evening.

This level of heat can pose health risks, especially to elderly adults, young children and pets.

Cooling Sites in Elmhurst:

Elmhurst Police Department
125 E. First St.
Non-Emergency number: (630) 530-3050
Open 24 hours/7 days a week

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Elmhurst Public Library
125 S. Prospect Ave.
(630) 279-8696
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Elmhurst City Hall
209 N. York St.
(630) 530-3000
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 pm.
Saturday and Sunday: closed

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Click here to view a list of DuPage County Cooling Sites

Public health officials recommend avoiding strenuous outdoor activities during the heat of the day, wearing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and drinking plenty of water.

Residents are urged to check on their relatives, friends and neighbors.

Your Elmhurst, IL Local Weather Forecast.

There are several other cooling centers throughout DuPage, Cook and other counties. Always call a cooling center before going to check hours and make sure it's open.

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