Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 27 at 11:18AM CDT until July 27 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 9:18am
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 116.
* WHERE...Portions of central and west central Illinois.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms could move into area late this
afternoon or evening, cooling temperatures and heat indices.
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.
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.
Area Description:
Knox; Stark; Peoria; Fulton; Tazewell; Schuyler; Mason; Logan; Cass; Menard; Scott; Morgan; Sangamon; Christian
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: