The Dexes / Heat / 5609832

Eventdex · Heat

MASSAC

5609832

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event_typeHeat
ncei_event_id5,609,832
episode_id2,067,346
begin_utc1997-07-25T17:00:00+00:00
end_utc1997-07-29T01:00:00+00:00
stateILLINOIS
cz_typeZ
cz_nameMASSAC
deaths_direct0
deaths_indirect0
injuries_direct6
injuries_indirect0
episode_narrativeHigh temperatures rose well into the 90s, with even a few 100 degree readings. High humidity pushed heat index values to between 105 and 115 degrees. A heat advisory was issued for the potentially hazardous conditions. Area hospitals reported at least a half dozen cases of dehydration or other heat-related illnesses. An increase in the number of disabled vehicles was reported, as well.
event_narrativeHigh temperatures were in the upper 90s for three consecutive days. High humidity raised the heat index to near 110 degrees. About six people were treated for heat problems at area hospitals. Most of the symptoms were attributed to heat exhaustion. An increase in heat-related vehicle problems occurred.
year1,997

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MASSAC — Heat — TerraPulse