Weather Alert Watch
Severe Extreme Heat Warning

Extreme Heat Warning for Kankakee; Livingston; Iroquois +4 more

What: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 degrees in the afternoon. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Where: In Illinois, Livingston, Ford, Iroquois, and Kankakee...

IL, INKankakee; Livingston; Iroquois; Ford; Newton; Jasper; Benton

Official alert brief

WHAT

Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 degrees in the 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/ this evening.

IMPACTS

Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

Instructions

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. 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.