Cooling and Heating Centers
Summer Cooling Centers
Please take proper warm weather precautions. Check on the elderly during this very important time. Young children and the elderly are extremely susceptible to heat related injuries and illnesses so it is imperative that we continue to monitor their well-being.
Cooling centers are located at 9560 Franklin Avenue, the Franklin Park Community Center and at 10001 Addison at the Fire Department Headquarters. The cooling centers will be open from 8:00am to 9:00pm. The Franklin Park Police Station at 9451 Belmont Avenue will also be available Monday through Friday, from 6AM to 10PM.
The Franklin Park non-emergency number is 847-678-2444. There is an operator at this number 24 hours a day so you can call it at any time if you have a question or concern. As always, please call 911 if your concern and/or situation is an emergency.
Cold Weather Safety - Warming Centers Available
When temperatures drop, remember to take action to stay safe. Limit time outdoors. Watch for signs of frostbite including skin that is whitish and stiff and will feel numb rather than painful. Wear several layers of lightweight clothing and keep your head and ears covered and cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs.. Wear mittens rather than fingered gloves. If you are traveling in a car, bring extra clothing to keep warm in case of a breakdown. Remember also to limit the time your pets spend out of doors.
Take steps to protect your pipes from freezing. Open cabinet doors to warm up the pipes. You can prevent freezing by keeping a small trickle of water running through the pipes on extra cold days.
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