National Weather Service

Live Weather Camera in Springfield, IL. Extreme heat warning

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 27 at 2:02AM CDT until July 27 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL

Severe Expected 1 cameras

Active Until

Jul 28, 2026 02:00 UTC

Certainty

Likely

Issued By

NWS Lincoln IL

Area

Knox; Stark; Peoria; Fulton; Tazewell; Schuyler; Mason; Logan; Cass; Menard; Scott; Morgan; Sangamon; Christian

Warning Area and Cameras

Polygon shows the NWS alert area. Markers show matched traffic cameras.

Alert Details

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon and early evening heat index values up to 115. * WHERE...Portions of central and west central Illinois. * WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms could move into area late this afternoon or evening, cooling temperatures and heat indices.

Recommended Action

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. When possible reschedule strenuous outdoor activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Cameras Affected by this Warning

1 matched traffic cameras.

I-55 NB @ Exit 100 (Clear Lake Ave)

Springfield, IL

I-55