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Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 7:59 AM Jun. 22, 2025 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Calumet Harbor IL to Michigan City IN, and Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL. * WHEN...From noon today to 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. &&
Extreme Heat Warning
Issued: 1:59 AM Jun. 22, 2025 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 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 between 100 and 107 degrees expected. * 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 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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