Details:
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, southeast, and west
central Illinois.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Information:
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.
If you do not have air conditioning in your home or lack shelter,
you can call 211 or visit 211illinois.org for assistance locating
appropriate shelter from the heat. |