Full Notification

* WHAT...Heat index values near 105 degrees.

* WHERE...Portions of western and central Illinois.

* WHEN...From 1 PM CDT until 10 PM CDT Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will threaten heat- related illness for people and pets that experience prolonged exposure to these dangerous outdoor conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Similar heat index values are forecast for Thursday afternoon and these conditions will cover a much larger portion of Illinois. A separate heat-related headline will be issued at a later time.

* AFFECTED AREAS: KNOX ... STARK ... PEORIA ... MARSHALL ... WOODFORD ... FULTON ... TAZEWELL ... SCHUYLER ... MASON ... CASS ... SCOTT ... MORGAN

Instructions:

A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions, if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency, call 9 1 1.