Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 12:04AM CDT until July 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 2, 2026 - 10:04pm
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 8:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105
degrees in the afternoon.
* WHERE...In Illinois, Livingston, Ford, Iroquois, and Kankakee
Counties. In Indiana, Benton, Jasper, and Newton Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instruction:
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.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Area Description:
Kankakee; Livingston; Iroquois; Ford; Newton; Jasper; Benton
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: