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EXTREME HEAT WARNING
Residents can expect dangerously hot conditions with possible heat index values around 105°
WHAT: An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago for Cook County.
WHEN: The Watch will be in effect beginning Monday, June 29 at 12 p.m. through Wednesday, July 1 at 10 p.m.
IMPACT: Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Tips to Beat the Heat - Heat Safety Tips from Marvel's Ironheart
- Stay hydrated – drink lots of water, AVOID alcohol, caffeine, sodas.
- Stay inside; if you do not have air conditioning, keep shades drawn and blinds closed, but windows slightly open.
- Keep electric lights off or turn them down.
- Minimize use of your oven and stove.
- Wear loose, light, cotton clothing.
- Take cool baths and showers.
- Do not leave anyone (including pets) in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
Public safety is the top priority of the City of Chicago and OEMC will work closely with the National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago to monitor conditions. Should conditions deteriorate with the expected heat and humidity, OEMC will continue to coordinate the City’s response by working with city departments to assist residents and vulnerable populations.
Chicago OEMC App: For alerts, weather conditions, safety and preparedness tips, cooling center locations, and more residents are encouraged to download the Chicago OEMC App. Users will also have access to current forecasts, radar, and other weather-related information. The app is available through the Apple App and Google Play stores or visit the website Chicago.gov/OEMC.
Available Cooling Centers
DFSS Community Service Centers
The Department of Family and Support Services’ (DFSS) six community service centers activate cooling areas during periods of extreme heat at 90˚F and above.
The cooling areas operate from Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
- Auburn Gresham Center – 1140 W. 79th Street
- Garfield Center – 10 S. Kedzie Ave.
- King Center – 4314 S. Cottage Grove
- North Area Center – 845 W. Wilson Ave.
- South Chicago Center – 8650 S. Commercial Ave.
- Trina Davila Center – 4312 W. North Ave.
DFSS Senior Centers
Seniors are welcome at any of DFSS’s senior centers (Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. except Renaissance Court, which is open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.). DFSS partners with OEMC to use robocalls to inform seniors of key information regarding how to stay safe during extreme weather. Visit Chicago.gov/Seniors for senior center locations.
Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Library, City Colleges of Chicago, and Chicago Police District Locations
During hours of operation, residents can also find relief in one of the City’s Chicago Public Library locations, City Colleges of Chicago main campus locations, Chicago Park District fieldhouses, as well as pools and splash pads located throughout the city. Also, the Chicago Police Department’s 22 district stations are available 24 hours for relief from the heat and to be connected with shelter. Note: Chicago Public Library and Chicago Park District locations are open on the weekend during hours of operation.
For locations visit Cooling Centers - Map | City of Chicago | Data Portal or chi.gov/cooling. Residents should contact 3-1-1 for the nearest location and hours. Note: Only the Park District facilities listed on the data portal provide access to air conditioning, as some facilities are not air-conditioned.
Well-Being Checks
The magnitude of the anticipated heat, combined with oppressive warmth at night will lead to hazardous conditions, particularly for the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions. It’s important to check on relatives, neighbors, seniors and our vulnerable populations. If you are unable to make contact, you can request a well-being check by downloading the CHI311 app, visiting 311.chicago.gov, or calling 3-1-1. If there is a medical emergency due to a heat-related illness, call 9-1-1.
ComED
ComEd urges customers to contact the company immediately if they experience a power outage. Customers can text OUT to 26633 (COMED) to report an outage and receive restoration information and can follow the company on Twitter @ComEd or on Facebook at Facebook.com/ComEd. Customers can also call 1-800 EDISON1 (1-800-334-7661), or report outages via the website at ComEd.com/report. Spanish-speaking customers should call 1-800-95-LUCES (1-800-955-8237). With ComEd’s new Outage Tracker, customers can report outages, check estimated time of restoration, view crew status updates, and explore our outage map. Visit ComEd.com/OutageTracker.
Smart911
Create a Smart911 profile now to include vital information to share with first responders if needed. A new feature has been added to include if you have air conditioning in your home or apartment for heat emergencies. This is useful information for first responders if they are responding to vulnerable residents, particularly seniors. To edit your profile or sign-up, visit Smart911.com.
Sign up for NotifyChicago alerts at NotifyChicago.org. OEMC also issues TEXT alerts for lakefront notices, issues affecting businesses and events:
- CHILAKE: For lakefront notices, TEXT “CHILAKE” to 7-8-0-1-5
- CHIBIZ: For alerts affecting businesses, TEXT “CHIBIZ” to 6-7-2-8-3
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