Homewood, IL Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CDT MONDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot and humid conditions with high temperatures
well into the 90s and afternoon heat index values between 100 and
105 degrees occurring this afternoon and expected on Monday
afternoon.

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

* WHEN...Until 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 remain in the 90s late into
the evening hours with overnight lows struggling to fall 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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