The City of Joliet Police Department issued the following announcement on Jan. 30.

Please check on the elderly, those with medical conditions and those with special needs during periods of extreme cold weather. To request a wellness check or if you are in need of temporary shelter, please contact the Joliet Police Department 24 hour non-emergency number at 815-726-2491.

This dangerously cold weather is deadly to animals if left outdoors. Make sure to bring your pets indoors and do not leave your pets alone in a vehicle if you travel out.

If you see an animal outdoors and in need, become their advocate. Contact Joliet Animal Control at 815-720-0333 to report an animal in distress.

Additional Cold Weather Tips

https://www.willcountyema.org/extreme-cold

Always call 9-1-1 in case of a medical emergency.

Original source can be found here.

Source: The City of Joliet Police Department