Extreme Heat Warning – Dubuque, IA, USA

WHAT

Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 117.

WHERE

Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Illinois, east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa, and northeast Missouri.

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.