Kane County Health Department

Last weekend’s storms may have left behind more than fallen branches and standing water. If your home experienced flooding or water damage, mold can begin growing within 24–48 hours.

The CDC’s Homeowners and Renters Guide to Mold Cleanup After Disasters provides step-by-step guidance on cleaning up safely, protecting your health, and knowing when to seek professional help.

Learn more and access the guide here:https://www.cdc.gov/mold-health/media/Homeowners_and_Renters_Guide.pdf

Extreme heat continues. Please protect yourself and check in on family and friends. The resources below explain how to stay cool, avoid heat related illness, and where to access Kane County cooling centers.

Kane County Cooling Centers: https://kanehealth.com/Pages/Warming-Cooling-Centers.aspx

Tips for Staying Cool in Extreme Heat: https://ready.illinois.gov/hazards/extremetempshot.html See less

The Kane County Health Department is closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. Have a happy and safe 4th!

Give the Gift of Life!

The Kane County Government Community Blood Drive benefiting the American Red Cross on Monday, July 6 has a new location and will be held at Geneva Commons in Geneva.

Every donation can help save lives, and your support is needed.

Simply walk in and donate, or schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.