This week, Illinois will see abnormally high temperatures and humidity. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is offering tips to help everyone stay safe when temperatures rise.

“Heat-related fatalities can be prevented by taking precautions when temperatures rise,” said IEMA Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau. “We ask all Illinoisans to take measures to safeguard their families and check in on friends and neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat and humidity.”

• Heed all heat watches, warnings, and advisories shared by your local Emergency Management agency

• Keep hydrated a...