Extreme Heat Warning – Scales Mound, IL, USA

…EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING…

WHAT

A dangerous combination of oppressively hot and humid conditions with heat index values between 105 to 115 expected.

WHERE

In Illinois, Bureau, Putnam, Carroll, Henry IL, Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Whiteside Counties. In Iowa, Clinton, Jackson, and Dubuque Counties.

WHEN

Until 10 PM CDT this evening.

IMPACTS

Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

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. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.