CHAMPAIGN, IL – (Chambana Today) – Heat and humidity are hitting dangerous levels in Champaign and Urbana for the next few days. For safety and comfort, there are several cooling centers in the community for kids, parents, the elderly – and anyone else who needs to get inside from the searing heat.

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has free Wi-Fi and books. Here is a list of additional cooling centers in the area:

Strides Shelter: 70 E. Washington Street, Champaign
Champaign Public Library: 200 W. Green Street, Champaign
Urbana Free Library: 210 W. Green Street, Urbana
Lincoln Square Mall: 201 Lincoln Square, Urbana
Champaign City Building: 102 N. Neil Street, Champaign
Market Place Mall: 2000 N. Neil Street, Champaign
Make sure to check the hours of the locations before heading there for comfort and safety from the heat.