...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT SATURDAY...
Expires: September 05, 2026 @ 7:00pm
WHAT
Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 100 to 110.
WHERE
Portions of northwest and west central Illinois, east central and southeast Iowa, and northeast Missouri.
WHEN
Until 7 PM CDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Thunderstorms and storm outflow may interrupt the heat at times.
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. 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.
