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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
916 PM CDT Tue Aug 22 2023
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/O.CON.KLOT.EH.A.0001.230824T0200Z-230825T0100Z/
McHenry-Lake IL-DuPage-
Including the cities of Crystal Lake, Algonquin, McHenry,
Woodstock, Waukegan, Buffalo Grove, Mundelein, Gurnee,
Naperville, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Lombard, and Carol Stream
916 PM CDT Tue Aug 22 2023
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM
CDT WEDNESDAY...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
conditions with heat index values of 110 to 115 expected with
locally higher values possible. For the Excessive Heat Watch,
dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 110 to
115 possible.
* WHERE...McHenry, Lake IL and DuPage Counties.
* WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from 11 AM to 9 PM CDT
Wednesday. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from late Wednesday
evening through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly
increase the potential for heat related illnesses,
particularly for those working or participating in outdoor
activities.
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. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
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