Camargo, IL Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...PATCHY DENSE FOG WILL AFFECT TRAVEL OVER PORTIONS OF EAST CENTRAL
IL EARLY THIS MORNING...

Patchy dense fog has recently formed across areas from Bloomington
to Paris northeast. Visibility may be restricted to a quarter mile
or less at times through 730 am, leading to potentially hazardous
travel conditions. Be sure to slow down if you encounter dense fog.
Use low beam headlights if driving, and leave plenty of distance
between you and the vehicle ahead. The fog should lift and push
northeast of the area between 7 and 8 am.

...EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon heat index
values of 110 to 115.

* WHERE...Champaign, Douglas, Coles, Cumberland, Jasper,
Crawford and Lawrence Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly
increase the potential for heat related illnesses,
particularly for those working or participating in outdoor
activities.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms could move into area late
this afternoon or evening, cooling temperatures and heat
indices.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

When possible reschedule outdoor strenuous activities to early
morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion
and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

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