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Heat Advisory issued June 17 at 9:32PM EDT until June 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana* WHAT...Heat index values of 95 to 100 degrees expectedthroughout the week. Low temperatures in the 70s at night willprovide little relief from the heat.* WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan.* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Friday.* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heatillnesses to occur.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat stress increases with the number ofconsecutive hot days. While heat indices may be slightly loweron Tuesday...hot conditions are forecast again for Wednesdaythrough Saturday. The effects of heat are most impactful formore vulnerable urban populations.Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay outof the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Youngchildren and pets should never be left unattended in vehiclesunder any circumstances.Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Whenpossible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning orevening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing whenpossible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequentrest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyoneovercome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

National Weather Service