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There's a heat wave in northwest Indiana, with a Heat Advisory is effect from noon through tonight. The National Weather Service has advice on staying safe in the extreme heat:

[Courtesy National Weather Service Chicago]

Before the Heat Wave

· Check NOAA Weather Radio or weather.gov/chicago when planning outdoor activities.

· Have a place to cool off if you do not have air conditioning. Find out if your community has cooling shelters.

· If there are no cooling shelters available, plan to spend some time at a public library, shopping mall, or the home of a neighbor or family member where there is air conditioning.

· Check on the elderly, the infirm, and those living alone.

During the Heat Wave

· Drink plenty of water and juice, even if you’re not thirsty.

· Avoid alcoholic beverages and drinks with caffeine, such as coffee, tea, and colas.

· Slow down. Avoid strenuous activity.

· Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing.

· Avoid going out during the hottest times of the day.

· If you must go out, use sunscreen and wear a hat. Remember that sunburn reduces the skin’s ability to provide cooling.

· Keep shades drawn and blinds closed, with windows open slightly if you don’t have air conditioning.

· Keep lights down low or turned off. Avoid using electrical appliances and the oven during the hottest times of the day.

· Take cool baths or showers. Use cool wet towels.

· Eat frequent, small meals. Avoid high protein foods.

· Do not leave children or pets in a closed vehicle – even for a few minutes. Temperatures inside a closed vehicle can reach 140 to 190 degrees within 30 minutes on a hot sunny day.

· The best way to beat the heat is to spend time in air conditioning. Even just two hours per day in air conditioning can significantly reduce the risk of heat-related illness.

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