…HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT MONDAY…
Issued: 815 PM CDT Sun Jul 26 2026
WHAT
Oppressively humid and very warm conditions with heat index values between 100 to 105 expected.
WHERE
Bureau, Putnam, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Whiteside Counties.
WHEN
Until 10 PM CDT Monday.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Little relief is expected tonight with low temperatures in the mid 70s.
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.
