Too Hot? We've Got Places For You
When the heat index starts climbing, no one should have to choose between staying safe and staying cool.
If you or someone you know needs a break from the heat, these DeKalb County locations are welcoming community members during their regular business hours.
Auburn
📍 Eckhart Public Library
603 S. Jackson St., Auburn
🕘 Monday–Friday: 9 AM–7 PM
🕘 Saturday: 9 AM–3 PM
📍 YMCA of DeKalb County
533 North St., Auburn
🕔 Monday–Saturday: 5 AM–10 PM
🕙 Sunday: 10 AM–8 PM (Lobby available for cooling.)
Waterloo
📍 Waterloo-Grant Township Public Library
175 N. Wayne St., Waterloo
🕘 Monday–Thursday: 9 AM–8 PM
🕘 Friday: 9 AM–5 PM
🕘 Saturday: 9 AM–2 PM
Garrett
📍 Garrett Public Library
107 W. Houston St., Garrett
🕘 Monday–Thursday: 9 AM–8 PM
🕘 Friday: 9 AM–5 PM
🕘 Saturday: 9 AM–2 PM
📍 J.A.M. Center
1200 E. Houston St., Garrett
🕕 Monday–Friday: 6 AM–8 PM
🕘 Saturday: 9 AM–4 PM
Butler
📍 Butler Public Library
340 S. Broadway St., Butler
🕘 Monday–Thursday: 9 AM–7 PM
🕘 Friday & Saturday: 9 AM–1 PM
Need to add your location?
Email us at info@fortifylife.org and we will update this list.
Map of Cooling Centers in DeKalb County
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