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Stay Safe During Extreme Cold Weather

Post Date:01/22/2026 1:57 PM

Stay Safe During Extreme Cold – Protect Your Home and Yourself

The Village of Carol Stream is monitoring dangerously cold temperatures this weekend. Public Works is conducting winter operations to keep roads safe, but residents are strongly encouraged to stay indoors and limit travel whenever possible.

Protect Yourself and Others – Warming Centers:

If you or someone you know needs shelter, several agencies throughout DuPage County serve as temporary warming centers. Availability and hours may vary, so residents are encouraged to call ahead to confirm space.

Daytime Centers (call ahead to confirm):

· Outreach Carol Stream– 345 S. President St., Carol Stream | 630-260-7600 | Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

· Carol Stream Public Library – 616 Hiawatha Dr., Carol Stream | 630-653-0755 | Note: The Library is closed on Friday, Jan. 23. Open Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m.

Nighttime Centers:

· DuPage PADS Warming Center – 703 W. Liberty St., Wheaton | Open nightly 4 p.m.–8 a.m.

· Aurora Temporary Overnight Warming Center – 712 S. River St., Aurora | 7 p.m.–7 a.m. when activated. Currently open nightly Wed, Jan. 21–Mon, Jan. 26 (closing at 7 a.m. on Monday).

For a current list of additional warming centers in DuPage County, visit: https://tinyurl.com/DuPageWarm

Protect Your Home and Pipes:

Frozen pipes can cause costly damage and extensive repairs.

To prevent frozen pipes:

· Keep garage doors closed.

· Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to let warm air reach pipes (move chemicals out of reach of children and pets).

· Consider letting a faucet drip to keep water flowing.

· Keep your thermostat at a constant temperature day and night; if traveling, do not set below 55°F.

· Insulate vulnerable pipes and seal cracks or openings in walls.

If a Pipe Freezes:

1. Turn on the faucet connected to the frozen pipe.

2. Apply heat with a heating pad, hair dryer, or portable space heater (never use an open flame).

3. Continue until full water pressure is restored.

4. Check other faucets for additional frozen pipes.

5. Call a licensed plumber if necessary or if you are uncomfortable performing these steps yourself.

Check out this video on pipe leaks from Consumer Report for more tips.

Vehicle and Travel Safety

· Stay home and remain indoors during extreme weather, when possible

· Ensure tires are properly inflated and wipers are in good condition.

· Keep your gas tank at least half full.

· Carry a winter kit with jumper cables, gloves, a scraper, a blanket, and water.

Stay Informed

Sign up for local alerts, including CodeRed notifications, monitor weather forecasts, and follow the Village for updates on emergency operations, parking restrictions, and road conditions.