Extremely cold conditions are expected to begin this Friday. Windchills may reach -30° to -35° early Friday morning. The coldest temperatures are expected to be from 3:00 AM to noon on Friday. Warming shelters are available nearby for anyone needing a warm place to stay, including the Police Department, Townships, and local libraries. Please check on neighbors, seniors, people experiencing homelessness, and anyone who may need extra support during this weather. Never leave children or pets in cars, and limit time outdoors when possible. Prolonged exposure to the cold can lead to frostbite, so please take precautions and stay safe!
The list of nearby warming shelters includes:
Hanover Park Police Department Lobby, 2011 W. Lake Street, Hanover Park - Phone number: (630) 823-5500
Open 8:00am – 12:00am midnight
Hanover Township Senior Center, 240 S. Route 59, Bartlett - Phone number:(630) 483-5600
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Sunday: Closed
Schaumburg Township, One Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates - Phone number: (847) 884-0030
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Schaumburg Township District Library: Hanover Park Branch, 1266 Irving Park Road, Hanover Park - Phone number: (630) 372-7800
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Bloomingdale Township, 123 Rosedale Ave, Bloomingdale - Phone number: (630) 529-7715
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Wayne Township, 27W031 North Ave., West Chicago - Phone number: (630) 231-7140
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Closed