{"id":45852,"date":"2026-09-02T15:50:40","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T20:50:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thexradio.com\/news\/?p=45852"},"modified":"2026-09-02T16:10:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T21:10:14","slug":"hot-weather-warning-extended-through-friday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thexradio.com\/news\/local-news\/45852-hot-weather-warning-extended-through-friday\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot Weather Warning Extended Through Friday"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"pdfprnt-buttons pdfprnt-buttons-post pdfprnt-top-right\"><a href=\"javascript: window.print()\" class=\"pdfprnt-button pdfprnt-button-print\" target=\"_self\" ><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thexradio.com\/news\/wp-content\/plugins\/pdf-print\/images\/print.png\" alt=\"image_print\" title=\"Print Content\" \/><span class=\"pdfprnt-button-title pdfprnt-button-print-title\">Print<\/span><\/a><\/div><p>Effingham County Emergency Management Agency and Effingham County Health Department urge residents to take precautions due to the extreme heat conditions.<\/p>\n<p>The National Weather Service in Lincoln predicts heat indices up to around 105 through Friday, September 5th, and minimal relief overnight with lows in the mid 70s. The high temperatures and high humidity forecast could lead to heat related illnesses with prolonged exposure to high temperatures.<\/p>\n<p>Illinois Department of Public Health recommends the following:<br \/>\n\u2022 Increase fluid intake, avoiding drinks with sugar, caffeine and alcohol.<br \/>\n\u2022 Decrease strenuous, outdoor activities and remain in air conditioning when possible.<br \/>\n\u2022 Check on well-being of elderly family and friends who may be living alone.<\/p>\n<p>Symptoms of heat-related illness include headaches, skin that is hot to the touch, increased body temperature, loss of consciousness, seizures and irregular heartbeats. Individuals with chronic health conditions should be monitored because they may be more susceptible to the heat. Residents are encouraged to also make preparations for their pets to stay cool as well.<\/p>\n<p>If you are in need of emergency cooling, please contact the Effingham County Sheriff\u2019s Office at 217-342-2101, and you will be put in contact with heat relief resources.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Effingham County Emergency Management Agency and Effingham County Health Department urge residents to take precautions due to the extreme heat conditions. 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