Chicago braces for extreme heat with 110°F feels-like temperatures midweek

Chicago is under an Extreme Heat Warning from Monday through Friday. The city faces sweltering conditions, with temperatures set to peak midweek. Residents are being advised on ways to stay cool and manage energy use effectively. The hottest days are forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday. Feels-like temperatures could reach between 105 and 110 degrees during peak heating hours. Officials have urged people to take precautions indoors and outdoors.

To improve airflow, vents should remain unblocked. Fans can help by spinning counterclockwise to push cool air downward. However, they should be switched off when leaving a room to avoid wasting energy.

Closing blinds on sunny days prevents air conditioning units from overworking. Adjusting the thermostat to the highest comfortable setting also reduces energy consumption. Customers can sign up for hourly pricing on the ComEd website to track and use electricity during lower-cost periods. The site also provides a Smart Assistance Manager for additional guidance. The Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect until Friday. Residents are encouraged to follow these steps to stay safe and conserve energy. The measures aim to ease strain on both households and the power grid during the heatwave.