- Thursday September 3rd, 2026 :: 01:54 p.m. CDT
Heat Advisory until 07:00PM Friday 
* WHAT...Heat index values of 100 to 105 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northern and central Illinois near and south of I-80, as well as all of northwest Indiana.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ Friday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses especially after several days of dangerous heat.
* AFFECTED AREAS: LA SALLE ... GRUNDY ... KANKAKEE ... LIVINGSTON ... IROQUOIS ... FORD ... NEWTON ... JASPER ... BENTON
Instructions:
Consider altering outdoor plans. If outdoors for prolonged periods of time, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Address/Location
Vermilion Valley Regional Communications Joint Authority
844 W Lincoln St
Pontiac, IL 61764
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 815-844-0911