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Will County EMA Reminds Residents of Safety Tips During Heat Advisory
The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is advising residents to take precautions during an ongoing extreme heat period for the region.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on August 26 and an Excessive Heat Watch from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. on August 27. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 116 degrees during this period. In these conditions, heat stroke, heat cramps or heat exhaustion are possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity.
Pop-Up Healthy Lifestyle Event to be Held in University Park on August 29
A “Healthy Lifestyle Event” will be hosted in University Park to provide produce, healthcare services, and community resources on Thursday, August 29 at the University Park Village Hall, 90 Towncenter Dr.
Recyclepalooza Returns to New Lenox on Sept. 14
Recyclepalooza returns to New Lenox this Saturday, offering free recycling for electronics, household hazardous waste, metal, wood, clothing, books, toys, and more.