(La Porte, IN) - The cities of La Porte and Michigan City have cooling centers open again today to help residents beat the extreme heat.

 

“Heat this excessive is a lot for anyone, but elderly people and those with heart conditions or breathing issues are especially at risk. Please check on neighbors and loved ones, and encourage those in need to take advantage of this important resource,” said La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody.

 

The following locations in La Porte are open to the public as cooling centers.

Location	Address	Times
La Porte City Hall	801 Michigan Ave.	8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
*La Porte Fire Station #3	710 Daytona St.	8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
La Porte Civic Auditorium	1001 Ridge St.	8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
La Porte Park & Rec Office	250 Pine Lake Ave.	8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
La Porte County Public Library	904 Indiana Ave.	9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Center Twp. Trustee’s Office	1108 W. St. Rd. 2	9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

In Michigan City, people can go to the Salvation Army until 6 p.m.

Other cooling centers are at the Michigan City Fire and Training Center at 2510 E. Michigan Blvd until 4 p.m.; the Michigan City Police Department until 4 p.m. and City Hall at 100 E. Michigan Blvd. until 4 p.m.

Dermody said anyone in need of help after hours may contact the City of La Porte Police Department non-emergency line at 219-362-6205.