Chicago heatwave: City grapples with 3rd straight day of dangerous heat

Mike Caplan
·1 min read

CHICAGO - Today marks the third straight day of dangerous heat for the Chicago area.

Highs will reach the low to mid 90s, just a hair less hot than yesterday’s record-breaker.

There’s a chance for a light shower this morning and a spotty thunderstorm this afternoon. Tomorrow will likely be hotter with temps in the mid-to-upper 90s. Once again, there is only a small chance of a thunderstorm.

Thursday and Friday will be hot and rather humid with a limited storm threat yet again. Both days will be cooler near the lake.

Saturday looks to be the final 90-degree day in this series as a cold front arrives at night with a few showers and/or storms.

On Monday, the Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) released some tips on how to stay cool:

  • Stay hydrated and drink lots of water.

  • Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and sodas.

  • Stay inside with the air conditioning on.

  • If you don’t have AC, pull down the blinds to block out the sun.

  • Wear loose and light clothing.

  • Remember to never leave anyone or a pet inside a hot car

Chicago cooling centers

The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) activated cooling centers at the city’s six community service centers.

The following locations are open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Englewood Center – 1140 W. 79th Street

  • 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.