Thursday, June 30, 2011

Prepare and protect for Friday’s Heat Advisory in Chicago

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Chicagoland for Friday afternoon and evening. Temperatures are expected close to 100 degrees, with heat indexes in the 105 to 110-degree range. That’s a dangerous combination.

Here are some things you can do today to prepare for the extreme heat, and tips for handling the heat tomorrow, from FEMA and recommended by the Lake County Health Department:

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