Michael Rieker and Sen. Win Stoller | Illinois Senate Republican Caucus/YouTube
Michael Rieker and Sen. Win Stoller | Illinois Senate Republican Caucus/YouTube
As temperatures soared in Illinois, State Sen. Win Stoller (R-Germantown Hills) wanted his constituents to be aware that the extreme heat can make some people sick.
Stoller took to social media to spread awareness on June 15, by posting a graphic outlining the differences between heat-related illnesses. He also shared websites including the state’s “keep it cool” navigator so that people could find a location near them to escape the heat.
“We’re under a heat advisory. Here are the differences between heat exhaustion and a heat stroke. Please check on elderly neighbors and friends, and stay hydrated. If you are in need of a cooling center, please check these sources for a center near you,” Stoller wrote in a Facebook post.
According to WGEM, heat advisories went into effect for much of the state on June 13.
The National Weather Service also issued a “Hazardous Weather Outlook” notice for central, east central, southeast, and west central Illinois. The outlook warned of “dangerous heat and humidity” near and South of I-72. Heat indices were expected to peak between 100 and 105 degrees. It also warned of another potentially dangerous hot spell next week.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights the symptoms that come with heat-related illnesses which include: dizziness, nausea, confusion and headache to name a few. The CDC also offers advice about what to do if you suspect you are suffering from any of these issues.
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