With extremely high temperatures and humidity forecasted this week, cooling centers are opening across the area to provide relief for those without access to a cool environment. A list of locations and hours of operation are below.

Location Agency Address Hours
Fulton Co. Dept of Human Services 1329 N. Main St., Lewiston 8:30 – 5:00
Mason Co. Dept of Human Services 323 W Main St., Havana 8:30 – 5:00
Peoria Co. Salvation Army Sylvia 414 NE Jefferson, Peoria 8:30 – 5:00
Fites Center
Peoria Co. All Peoria Fire Department Houses 8am – 8pm
Peoria Co. Civic Center Verizon 201 SW Jefferson, Peoria 8am – 6pm
Wireless Cafe
Peoria Co Friendship House 800 NE Madison, Peoria 8:30-5:00
Peoria Co Dept. Human Services 2301 NE Adams, Peoria 8:30-5:00
Schuyler Co Dept Human Services 111 E. Washington St., Rushville 8:30-5:00
Tazewell Co Dept Human Services 200 S. Second St., Ste 20, Pekin 8:30-5:00
Tazewell Co Dept Human Services 2970 Court St., Pekin 8:30-5:00
Tazewell Co City Hall @ Police Station 111 S. Capitol St., Pekin 24 hours
Tazewell Co Service Center 1130 Koch St., Pekin 7:30-4:00

To prevent heat exhaustion and heatstroke during hot weather, take the following measures:
• Try to keep cool during extremely high temperature.
• Stay in a cool environment (preferably air conditioned).
• Limit outdoor activities.
• Avoid vigorous physical activities in hot and humid weather.
• Take frequent breaks to hydrate yourself.
• Wear hats and light-colored, lightweight, loose clothes.
• Drink plenty of cool fluids (like water) regardless of your activity level. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
• Avoid liquids that contain caffeine, alcohol or large amounts of sugar – they cause you to lose more body fluids.
• Take care of your pets. Give extra water and be sure to place the water dish in a shaded area if outdoors. Make sure pets have a protected place where they can get away from the sun.