Excessive heat warning in effect - 11 a.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Saturday

The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued an Excessive

Heat Warning, which is in effect from 11 a.m. Friday to 7 p.m.
Saturday. The Excessive Heat Watch is no longer in effect.

* TEMPERATURE...Afternoon highs in the mid 90s and nighttime
lows in the mid 70s to near 80 degrees.

* HEAT INDICES...Peak Heat Indices in the 105 to 115 degree
range.

* IMPACTS...The high temperatures, combined with ample sunshine
and oppressive humidity, even at night, will lead to
potentially hazardous conditions, particularly for the elderly
and those with pre-existing health conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

An Excessive Heat Watch means that a prolonged period of high
temperatures is expected. The combination of high temperatures
and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous situation in
which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids...stay
in an air-conditioned room...stay out of the sun...and check up
on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when
possible and drink plenty of water.

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.

An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of
dangerously hot temperatures will occur. The combination of hot
temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous
situation in which heat illnesses are likely. Drink plenty of
fluids...stay in an air-conditioned room...stay out of the sun...
and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in
vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during
warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.