Special Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Central Illinois
Issued by NWS Central Illinois
134 WWUS83 KILX 201947 SPSILX Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Lincoln IL 247 PM CDT Thu Jun 20 2024 ILZ027>031-036>038-040>057-061>063-066>068-071>073-211000- Knox-Stark-Peoria-Marshall-Woodford-Fulton-Tazewell-McLean-Schuyler- Mason-Logan-De Witt-Piatt-Champaign-Vermilion-Cass-Menard-Scott- Morgan-Sangamon-Christian-Macon-Moultrie-Douglas-Coles-Edgar-Shelby- Cumberland-Clark-Effingham-Jasper-Crawford-Clay-Richland-Lawrence- Including the cities of Galesburg, Toulon, Peoria, Lacon, Eureka, Canton, Pekin, Bloomington, Normal, Rushville, Havana, Lincoln, Clinton, Monticello, Champaign, Urbana, Danville, Beardstown, Petersburg, Winchester, Jacksonville, Springfield, Taylorville, Decatur, Sullivan, Tuscola, Charleston, Mattoon, Paris, Shelbyville, Greenup, Marshall, Effingham, Newton, Robinson, Flora, Olney, and Lawrenceville 247 PM CDT Thu Jun 20 2024 Hot and humid weather will prevail through Sunday over central and southeast IL. The hottest days will be Friday and Saturday when temperatures climb into the mid 90s, and afternoon heat index values peak near or above 100 degrees. Less humid air arrives Sunday night and Monday, but the tropical heat and humidity returns on Tuesday when afternoon heat indices could reach near or above 100 degrees. If working outside through this weekend and on Tuesday, be sure to drink plenty of water, wear loose-fitting and light-colored clothing, and take frequent breaks in air-conditioned locations. Be sure to check on those most vulnerable to the heat, including children and the elderly. Provide shade and fresh water for outdoor pets and livestock, and check the backseat of your vehicle when transporting children. $$ 37