Extreme Heat Warning for Northern Cook; Central Cook; Southern Cook
What: Dangerously hot conditions with peak heat index values of 100 to 105 degrees. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase during heat waves. Where: Central Cook, Northern Cook, and Southern Cook Counties. When: Until midnight CDT tonight.
Official alert brief
WHAT
Dangerously hot conditions with peak heat index values of 100 to 105 degrees.
WHERE
Central Cook, Northern Cook, and Southern Cook Counties.
WHEN
Until midnight CDT tonight.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase during heat waves.
Instructions
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. The magnitude of anticipated heat, combined with oppressive warmth at night will lead to hazardous conditions, particularly for the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions. Residents of the city of Chicago can call 3 1 1 to request well being checks for elderly friends or family members, or for information on finding the nearest cooling center. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.