Extreme Heat Warning for Knox; Stark; Peoria +6 more
What: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Where: Marshall, Mason, McLean, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, Woodford, Fulton, and Knox...
Official alert brief
WHAT
Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105.
WHERE
Marshall, Mason, McLean, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, Woodford, Fulton, and Knox Counties.
WHEN
Until midnight CDT Thursday Night.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Heat indices currently are forecast to reach around or just above 100 degrees on Friday afternoon. Its possible the extreme heat warning may need to be extended into Friday afternoon if thunderstorm chances stay further north.
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.