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Extreme Heat Warning - Week of July 13th
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago is forecasting hot and humid conditions for this week with daily highs in the low to mid 90s and peak heat indices (particularly Tuesday and Wednesday) around 100 degrees away from the lake.
EXTREME HEAT and HUMIDITY
OEMC monitors weather conditions 24/7 with the National Weather Service (NWS) from the City’s Operations Center and issues alerts for advisories, watches, and warnings for extreme situations. If conditions warrant, an extreme heat warning will be issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) when the following triggers are met:
- Peak heat index is expected to reach 100°F to 105°F for three consecutive days
- Peak heat index is expected to exceed 105°F-110°F for at least two consecutive days
- Peak heat index is forecast at 110°F or higher for one day.
Once issued, the city’s emergency response plan is activated.
To receive the latest updates on heat/storm advisories and weather emergencies, residents can register for the City’s emergency alert notifications at NotifyChicago.org, check OEMC’s social media pages, tune in to local media or download the Chicago OEMC App.
Tips to Beat the Heat
- 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.
The Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB) advises property owners and building managers to check their electrical and cooling equipment now to make sure it is in working order before the temperatures really start to rise.
On days when the heat index exceeds 80°F, certain residential buildings must provide air conditioning in all apartments or have an air-conditioned indoor common gathering area known as a cooling center. For additional information on the 2022 Cooling Ordinance visit Chicago.gov/cooling.
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 complete list visit chicagoparkdistrict.com/cooling-centers.
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.
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