Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 1:48PM CDT until July 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105
degrees this afternoon and expected again on Friday afternoon.
* WHERE...In Illinois, Livingston, Ford, Iroquois, and Kankakee
Counties. In Indiana, Benton, Jasper, and Newton Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Varoitus voimassa to klo 21:48 - la klo 3:00
