Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 28 at 4:41PM CDT until July 1 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 28, 2026 - 2:41pm
Expires:
June 29, 2026 - 12:45am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southeast winds gusts 45 to 55 mph.
For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat
index values up to 105 expected.
* WHERE...Central Cook and Northern Cook Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the
Extreme Heat Warning, from noon Monday to 10 PM CDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Heat
related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and
high humidity events.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
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
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: