Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 1:12PM CDT until July 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 3, 2026 - 11:12am
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 105. For the Heat Advisory, heat
index values up to 100 expected.
* WHERE...Mason, McLean, Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, and Fulton
Counties.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening.
For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 7 PM CDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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.
Area Description:
Peoria; Woodford; Fulton; Tazewell; McLean; Mason
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: