The Iroquois County Emergency Management Agency announces cooling centers will be available for residents in Iroquois County, ensuring the most vulnerable residents are safe during the upcoming hot summer days. The Centers offer air-conditioned relief during periods of extreme heat or when an Excessive Heat Advisory or Warning is issued by the National Weather Service.

EMA Coordinator Scott Anderson said, “Iroquois County residents are encouraged to ensure their senior relatives, friends and neighbors, and others whose health may be affected by extreme heat, are safe during high-temperature days. Churches and other organized groups are also asked to check-in on the well-being of their members.”

Locations available during their standard business hours:
Ashkum: Ashkum Coliseum
Chebanse: Chebanse Community Building
Cissna Park: Village Hall
Gilman: City Hall, Iroquois West CUSD #10
Milford: Community Center within City Hall, Milford Christian Church
Sheldon: Sheldon Public Library
Watseka: Watseka Public Library, Walmart, Trinity Church,
Iroquois County CUSD #9 Administration Office

Anderson emphasized, “It is strongly encouraged that anyone seeking heat-related relief within one of these facilities listed above, please call to confirm the ability to provide service prior to leaving for the cooling center location. That way you can be certain you can receive the needed relief.” Other locations may be made available as announced.

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