How To Stay Safe In Heat: Lake Co. Cooling Centers

LAKE AND MCHENRY COUNTIES, IL — The hot temperatures are expected to continue through today in the Chicago area.

Heat index values in Lake and McHenry counties could tip over 105 degrees on Wednesday, and a heat advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Residents living in these counties are reminded to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun and check in on relatives and neighbors.

Young children and pets should not be left unattended in vehicles, and residents who must work or spend time outside should take extra precautions, including: wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing, try to reschedule strenuous activities for the early morning or evening and know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

For those working outdoors, frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments is recommended.

A list of cooling centers in McHenry County can be found here and Lake County cooling centers can be found here.

A cold front is expected to come through tonight and scattered thunderstorms may accompany that front, according to the National Weather Service.

efore a cold front brings relief tonight. Scattered thunderstorms will accompany the front, with a few strong to severe storms possible especially across northern IL this evening. Thursday will remain warm, but with noticeably lower humidity. Dry and seasonably warm weather is expected Friday through the weekend, with lake breezes keeping locations near Lake Michigan cooler.

More information on ways to stay safe during the heat can be found here.

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