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Posted on: July 17, 2019[ARCHIVED] 7 Cool Tips for a Hot Summer & Area Cooling Centers
Westmont, Illinois
Date Issued: July 17, 2019
As summer temperatures rise, so does the rate of heat-related incidents. The Westmont Fire and Police Department reminds you to take these seven precautions to ensure you and your neighbors are able to enjoy the summer weather safely:
1. NEVER leave children or pets alone in hot vehicles! Heat can quickly rise in a car - up to 20 degrees in just 10 minutes! If you see a child or pet in a hot car, call 911 immediately.
2. Check on family members and neighbors, especially those who are older, to be sure they are keeping cool.
3. If you have to be outside, drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in the shade.
4. Know the signs of heat-related illnesses.
5. Do not use electric fans when the temperature outside is more than 95 degrees, as this could increase the risk of heat-related illness. Fans create air flow and a false sense of comfort but do not reduce body temperature.
6. Avoid high-energy activities.
7. Check on your pets-bring them inside and provide them with plenty of cool water.
We hope these tips will help you to beat the heat this summer.
The Village of Westmont also encourages residents to be prepared for excessive heat during the summer months. Listed below are several cooling centers in our area:
WESTMONT
Westmont Police and Fire Department - 500 N. Cass Ave.
(630) 981-6300 - Non-emergency number
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Use the callbox to contact dispatch during off-hours.
Westmont Fire Department - 6015 S. Cass Ave.
(630) 981-6400 - Non-emergency number
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Westmont Public Library - 428 N. Cass Ave.
(630) 869-6150
Monday–Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
CLARENDON HILLS
Clarendon Hills Police Department - 448 Park Ave.
(630) 286-5460 Non-Emergency number
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Clarendon Hills Fire Department - 316 Park Ave.
(630) 286-5430 Non-Emergency number
Open 24 hours/7 days a week
Clarendon Hills Public Library - 7 North Prospect Ave
(630) 323-8188
Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: closed
HINSDALE
Hinsdale Police & Fire Building -121 Symonds Dr.
(630) 789-7070 - Non-Emergency number
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sunday: closed
Hinsdale Public Library - 20 E. Maple St.
(630) 986-1976
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
DARIEN
Darien Police Department (Not a site – call for referrals) 1710 Plainfield Rd.
(630) 971-3999 - Non-Emergency number
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Indian Prairie Public Library - 401 Plainfield Rd.
(630) 887-8760
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.
DOWNERS GROVE
Downers Grove Public Library - 1050 Curtis St.
(630) 960-1200
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.
Also, please click the link below for more ways to stay safe in hot weather:
http://www.redcross.org/news/article/Red-Cross-How-to-Stay-Safe-in-Hot-Weather
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Contact: Larry McIntyre
Village of Westmont
Communications Director/Public Information Officer
630-417-0280
lmcintyre@westmont.il.gov
