Sweltering Heatwave Hits Skokie: Where To Find Cooling Centers

SKOKIE, IL — Punishing heat and humidity will hit the Chicagoland this week, according to the National Weather Service, with highs well into the 90s and peak temperatures of up to 110 degrees likely.

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch in Lake County. Conditions are expected to get dangerously hot and humid from Wednesday to Thursday, forecasters said.

"Dangerous heat index values of 105 to 115 degrees are expected Wednesday and Thursday. This stretch of heat will also include very warm conditions Wednesday night and possibly Thursday night," forecasters said.

See related: Extreme Heat Watch Issued: Heat Index Of 115 Possible In Illinois

For those looking to escape the heat and remain safe from the weather, Skokie operates cooling centers at the following locations:

• Weber Leisure Center - 9300 Weber Park Place
• Oakton Community Center - 4701 Oakton Street
• Devonshire Cultural Center - 4400 Greenwood Avenue
• Skokie Public Library - 5215 Oakton Street
• Niles Township - 5255 Lincoln Avenue
• Cook County Courthouse - 5600 Old Orchard Road