The city of Chicago will open its designated cooling centers this week as an excessive heat warning will go into effect Monday.
According to the Office of Emergency Management and Communications, cooling centers will open Monday and remain open through Wednesday, with heat indices expected to approach 110 degrees by Tuesday.Two of those cooling centers opened on Sunday, with the Garfield Center and the Chicago Cultural Center both open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.South Chicago Center – 8650 South Commercial Avenue
Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weeklySenior centers will also be available during daylight hours for cooling purposes, and City Colleges of Chicago will also operate cooling locations from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents are also urged to request well-being checks for senior citizens and other vulnerable residents by calling 311. Residents can also dial 311 to request information on cooling centers.
Chicago residents are urged to stay hydrated, stay inside when possible, minimize use of ovens and stoves, and to wear loose, light clothing.
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