Cooling Centers: Where To Find Hot Weather Relief In Kendall Co.

KENDALL COUNTY, IL — It's heating up here in northern Illinois, and while temperatures will "only" be in the 90s, the heat index in the coming days could reach a scorching 110 degrees. When it's that hot, it's important to keep cool, avoid overexertion and be sure not to overheat.

If you find yourself without power or without air conditioning, it might be a good idea to find a place to cool off.

Related: 110-Degree Heat Index Hits IL This Weekend

Here are some cooling centers available in Kendall County. The Kendall County Health Department reminds residents to call ahead to make sure a cooling center is open before heading there.

Beecher Community Center (630) 553-5777
908 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Senior Service Associates (630) 553-5777
908 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Caring Hands Thrift Shop (630) 553-1847 (Monday - Friday, 9am-5 pm & Saturday, 9 am-3pm)
1002 S. Bridge Street, Yorkville

Fox Valley Y.M.C.A. (630) 552-4100
3875 Eldamain Road, Plano

Grace Community Church (630) 553-0700
Rt. 126 & Mill Road, Yorkville

Heritage Woods of Yorkville (630) 882-6502
242 Greenbriar Road, Yorkville

Kendall County Health Department (630) 553-9100
811 W. John Street, Yorkville

Kendall County Public Safety Center (630) 553-7500 (24 hour availability)
1102 Cornell Road, Yorkville

Newark Fire Barn (815) 695-5147
101 E. Main Street, Newark

Oswegoland Park District (630) 554-1010

• Civic Center, 5 Ashlawn Avenue, Montgomery
• Prairie Point, 313 E. Washington Street (corner of Plainfield & Grove Rds.), Oswego
• Boulder Point Location, 0 Boulder Hill Pass (corner of Boulder Hill Pass & Rt. 25), Montgomery
• South Point Location, 810 Preston Lane, Oswego

Oswego Police Department (630) 551-7300 (24 hour availability)
3525 Route 34, Oswego

Oswego Public Library District (630) 554-3150 (For hours, see: http://www.oswego.lib.il.us)

• 32 W. Jefferson St., Oswego
• 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery

Oswego Senior Center (630) 554-5602 (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm)
156 E. Washington Street, Oswego

Oswego Village Hall (630) 554-3287
100 Parkers Mill (Intersection of Rt. 31 & 34)

Plainfield Police Department (815) 436-2341 (by request only)
14300 S. Coil Plus Drive, Plainfield

Plano City Hall (630) 552-8275 (Monday – Friday, 8 am - 5 pm)
17 East Main Street, Plano

Plano Community Library (630) 552-2009 (For hours, see: http://www.plano.lib.il.us)
15 W. North Street, Plano

Yorkville Public Library (630) 553-4354 (For hours, see: http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us)
902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Stay safe in the heat

Ready.gov advises resident to prepare for extreme heat:

• Find places in your community where you can go to get cool.
• Keep your home cool by doing the following:
  • Cover windows with drapes or shades.
  • Weather-strip doors and windows.
  • Use window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, to reflect heat back outside.
  • Add insulation to keep the heat out.
  • Use attic fans to clear hot air.
  • Install window air conditioners and insulate around them.
• Learn to recognize the signs of heat-related illness.

To keep yourself safe in extreme heat:

• Find air conditioning.
• Avoid strenuous activities.
• Watch for heat illness.
• Wear light clothing.
• Check on family members and neighbors.
• Drink plenty of fluids.
• Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
• Never leave people or pets in a closed car.

Kendall County forecast

Here's a look at the forecast for the next few days.

Thursday June 14

Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High 81, low 58.

Chance of precipitation: 4%. Wind 3 mph from the SSW

Friday June 15

Partly cloudy throughout the day. High 88, low 64.

Chance of precipitation: 24%. Wind 9 mph from the S

Saturday June 16

Light rain starting in the afternoon, continuing until evening. High 90, low 70.

Chance of precipitation: 29%. Wind 9 mph from the SSW

Sunday June 17

Mostly cloudy until afternoon and humid throughout the day. High 92, low 73.

Chance of precipitation: 8%. Wind 9 mph from the SW

Data provided by darksky.net.

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