Beat The Heat At These Cooling Centers Around Oak Forest

OAK FOREST, IL — Hot summer temperatures are returning to Oak Forest and the south suburbs. As the mercury rises, it's important to stay safe in the heat.

The following facilities have been designated as cooling centers for residents to use. Hours vary depending on the center, and individuals are reminded to call ahead before going to a specific facility. Some cooling centers are only open by request.

Tinley Park Police Department

• Where: 7850 W 183rd St.
• When It's Open: By request only. Call 708-444-5300.

Tinley Park Senior Center

• Where: 17355 S 68th Court
• When It's Open: By request only. 708-444-5300.

Department of Human Services, Chicago Heights

• Where: 1010 Dixie Hwy, fourth floor
• When It's Open: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Call the DHS hotline at 800-843-6154 for more information.

Department of Human Services, Blue Island

• Where: 3301 Wireton Road
• When It's Open: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Call the DHS hotline at 800-843-6154 for more information.

Frankfort Village Hall

• Where: 432 W. Nebraska St., Frankfort
• When It's Open: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Additional hours are by request. Call 815-405-7504.

Mokena Public Library

• Where: 11327 W. 195th St.
• When It's Open: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sunday.

Mokena Village Hall

• Where: 11004 Carpenter St.
• When It's Open: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Call the Mokena Police Department after hours at 708-479-3911.

New Lenox Police Department

• Where: 200 Veterans Pkwy.
• When It's Open: By request only. Call 815-468-6128.

Go to the websites for the State of Illinois for more information about cooling centers around the area.

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