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As temperatures fall into the teens and single digits, Illinois residents are reminded of state warming centers.

Warming centers are available in state facilities across Illinois to help Illinois residents reduce their home heating costs. These facilities are a safe, warm place to go during the day while you turn your thermostat down (do not lower your thermostat below 60 degrees). To complement the state effort, mayors statewide have been asked to provide local warming centers in their communities.

Most Department of Human Services buildings in Illinois can be used as warming centers during normal business hours.

In Peoria, the center is at 2301 N.E. Adams St., Suite D.
In Bloomington, centers are open at 207 S. Prospect Rd. and 501 West Washington.

For a complete list, visit http://www2.illinois.gov/keepwarm/pages/warmingcenter.aspx