DeKalb, IL – As dangerously cold temperatures move into northern Illinois today, DeKalb County has activated a network of warming centers across DeKalb, Sycamore, Genoa, and Sandwich to help residents stay safe.
According to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, several community facilities—including libraries, police departments, churches, and nonprofits—are now available for anyone needing a warm place to stay during the cold spell. Many of the locations operate extended hours, and some remain open 24 hours a day.
In DeKalb, Hope Haven at 1145 Rushmore Drive is open around the clock, while the DeKalb Public Library is open daily with varying hours. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb serves as an overnight warming location from 5:30 p.m. to 8:15 a.m. through March 15. The DeKalb Salvation Army and Christ Community Church are also open, though hours differ and Christ Community Church opens only when temperatures reach 20°F or below.
Sycamore residents may use the Sycamore Police Department, open 24 hours, or the Sycamore Public Library during daytime hours. Genoa’s Police Department remains open continuously as well.
In Sandwich, warming centers include the Sandwich Public Library, the Sandwich Public Safety Center on Sixth Street, Fox Valley YMCA West Branch, and the Sandwich City Hall Annex—each available by phone for updated hours and availability.
County officials encourage residents, especially those without reliable heat, to take advantage of these resources and to check directly with each location for any hour adjustments throughout the week as the cold weather persists.
Residents can view the full list of addresses and phone numbers through the Sheriff’s Office’s public notice.
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