Chicago Heat Wave Hits Hard | Chicago News

Chicago’s sweltering heat wave is hitting hard—extreme heat warnings stretch across the city and parts of Northwest Indiana, with power outages already reported. ComEd’s ramping up crews and gear to restore service, while experts urge residents to clear vents, check fans, and raise thermostats when away to stay cool. High humidity makes the heat index unbearable and dehydration easy—last year, hundreds ended up in ERs. Community groups are stepping in, collecting fans and water for seniors who can’t cool off or leave their homes. City cooling centers—including 24-hour spots—are open across Chicago and Cook County; call 311 if you need shelter. Know the signs: heat exhaustion brings headaches and nausea; heatstroke can cause confusion or loss of consciousness. If someone’s struggling, call 911 immediately and cool them down. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/21a3c7e789cf0b7d