Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 28 at 11:18AM CDT until July 1 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 28, 2026 - 9:18am
Expires:
June 28, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around
105 expected each afternoon.
* WHERE...Cook County.
* WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Wednesday 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.
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.
Area Description:
Northern Cook; Central Cook; Southern Cook
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: