Heat Advisory for Peoria; Woodford; Fulton +3 more
What: For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100 expected. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity...
Official alert brief
WHAT
For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100 expected.
WHERE
Mason, McLean, Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, and Fulton Counties.
WHEN
For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 7 PM CDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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.