Excessive Heat Warning - Be Careful During Summer Heat and Be Safe

The National Weather Service has issued an “Excessive Heat Watch” and is expected to continue through July 22. Heat Advisories, at a minimum, are likely for the remainder of the week. During high heat conditions, the Skokie Health Department recommends the following:

• Use a buddy system to check in on family, neighbors, and friends;

• If possible, plan activities for the coolest times of the day (early morning and late afternoon);

• Drink plenty of fluids;

• Wear light colored, loose fitting clothing outdoors;

• NEVER leave children or pets in a parked car; and

• Protect your pets. Make sure your pet always has cool, clean water and a shaded area to rest if left outside

The following public locations are typically available for cooling in Skokie. If closed, cooling should be sought in available locations with air conditioning:

Illinois Department of Human Services at 8020 St. Louis, Skokie, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Skokie Public Library at 5215 Oakton St. Skokie, 847/673-7774. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, 12 to 6 p.m.

Skokie Park District:

The Skatium at 9300 Weber Park Place (at the rear of the building), Skokie,

847/674-1500 ext. 2900. Sunday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.,

Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Oakton Park Community Center at 4701 Oakton Street Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For more information contact the Skokie Health Department at 847/933-8252, or visit www.skokie.org.