Cooling/Warming Sites

Hot Weather: Cooling Sites    

High temperatures and humidity can pose a health and safety threat.
To request a well-being check for someone who may be suffering from the heat call 9-1-1.


A Cooling Site is an air-conditioned facility where residents can go to find relief from extreme heat.


The following is a list of cooling centers in Elmhurst:

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

Elmhurst Public Library
125 S. Prospect Ave.
(630) 279-8696
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Elmhurst City Hall
209 N. York St.
(630) 530-3000
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 pm. Saturday & Sunday: closed

Click here to view a list of Dupage County Cooling Sites


Hot Weather Tips:

  • Drink lots of water and natural juices; avoid alcoholic beverages, coffee and sodas.
  • Avoid going outside in extreme heat.
  • If you don’t have air conditioning, keep shades drawn and blinds closed, but windows slightly open.
  • Keep electric lights off or turned down.
  • Minimize use of your oven and stove.
  • Wear loose, light, cotton clothing.
  • Take cool baths and showers.
  • Don’t leave anyone (including pets) in a parked car, even for a few minutes.




Cold Weather: Warming Sites    

Freezing temperatures can pose a health and safety threat.
To request a well-being check for someone who may be suffering from the severe weather call 9-1-1.

Warming Site is a heated facility where residents can go to find safe refuge from extreme weather.



Click here to see a list of DuPage County warming sites
Elmhurst warming sites:

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect   (630) 279-8696Monday - Friday:  9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.Saturday:  9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Sunday:  1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Call the Elmhurst Police Department for additional site referral:(630) 530-3050 Non-Emergency number

Freezing temperatures safety tips:

  • Wear several layers of loose, warm clothing
  • Keep your head, hands and feet covered when outdoors
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages
  • Recognize the symptoms of hypothermia: stiff muscles, shivering, puffy or
    swollen face, cold skin, slow breathing and mental confusion
  • Never use an extension cord with a space heater. Ovens should not be used to heat home.