Sente Highlights Area Cooling Centers amidst Scorching Summer Temperatures

VERNON HILLS, Ill. – As scorching summer temperatures continue into July, State Rep. Carol Sente, D-Vernon Hills, is encouraging residents to beat the heat by visiting free area “cooling centers” – designated air-conditioned community facilities that allow residents to relax in cool settings.

“Summer heat can be dangerous, especially for our seniors and children who may not have access to air conditioning,” said Sente. “Our community provides resources that allow residents to stay healthy and enjoy their summer. No one should have to suffer from extreme heat.”

The area cooling centers below allow for residents and their families to stay cool and comfortable during hot summer days:

Mundelein Police Department

221 N. Lake St., Mundelein

Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Daily

Phone Number: 847-968-4600

Vernon Township Center

3050 Main St., Buffalo Grove

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Phone Number: 847-634-4600

Mundelein Fire Station #1

1000 N. Midlothian Rd, Mundelein

Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Daily

Phone Number: 847-949-3260

Fremont Public Library District

1170 N. Midlothian Rd, Mundelein

Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Mon.-Sat.

Phone Number: 847-566-8702

Libertyville Township Office

359 Merrill Court, Libertyville

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Phone Number: 847-816-6800

Additional area cooling centers can be found at: Keepcool.illinois.gov.

“It is critical that we take care of ourselves and our neighbors during these hot summer months,” Sente continued. “We should all be checking up on any neighbors who might be susceptible to the heat and letting them know about area cooling centers.”