Chicago, IL Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CDT MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot and humid conditions with high temperatures
each day well into the 90s and peak afternoon heat index values of
100 to 105 degrees expected.

* WHERE...Central Cook, Northern Cook, and Southern Cook Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to midnight CDT Monday Night.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat indices will likely remain in the 90s
late into the evening hours with overnight lows possibly
struggling to fall much below 80 degrees.

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.

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.

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