Chicago heat wave: How to stay cool as heat index soars past 100 degrees

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Chicago heat wave: How to stay cool as heat index soars past 100 degrees
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A heat advisory is already in place and an excessive heat warning is likely on the horizon as temperatures and the heat index soar.

The best way to avoid heat related illness and stay safe during the heat wave is to stay indoors and use fans and air conditioning to keep your home cool, limit your time outdoors, stay out of the sun, and drinks lots of water and fluids to remain hydrated. Also check on your relatives and neighbors, especially if they are elderly.

The Salvation Army's community centers will also be open as cooling centers on August 23 and 24. To find your local Salvation Army Community Center, go to If you are unable to make contact with neighbors or relatives, you can request a well-being check from the city by calling 311 or going toWater playgrounds, splash pads and public pools are available throughout the city of Chicago and are free to use.

Public pools in Washington Park, Humboldt Park and Portage Park are open through Labor Day, along with the city's 22 beaches:It is especially important to remain cool and hydrated when temperatures soar, or else you may develop a potentially deadly heat related illness.is skin irritation caused by excessive sweating when it's hot out. If you develop heatrash, keep the rash area dry and use powder to help with comfort. Do not use ointments or creams.

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