​ Heat Advisory Issued For Waukesha: How To Stay Cool

WAUKESHA COUNTY, WI — A heat advisory has been issued for southeast Wisconsin, including Waukesha, on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.

The heat index will be between 100-105 in the southeast Wisconsin region, with the hottest areas south of the I-94 corridor. There will be a conditional threat for severe thunderstorms on Tuesday, the weather service said.

Wednesday through Monday the heat index may reach 100 degrees.

Waukesha County officials want residents to use every resource available to keep cool.

• Call 211 to locate a cooling center. Dozens of cooling centers and places to cool off are located in Waukesha County, such as libraries, malls, or senior dining centers.
• Members of the public may use Waukesha County ice arenas as free cooling stations during business hours. The cost to skate is $6.50 for adults and $5.00 for seniors and children.

Heat stroke symptoms

Heat stroke is a danger during hot days. Be on the lookout for symptoms of heat stroke and call 911 if anyone is experiencing: According to the City of Waukesha the symptoms of heat stroke include:

• Headache.
• Red and dry skin without sweating.
• A body temperature near 103 degrees.
• Nausea or vomiting, a rapid pulse.
• A declining level of alertness or loss of consciousness. Pavement blow-outs can be caused by extreme heat.

Call 911 for any traffic hazards occurring on roadways or environmental dangers, according to city officials.

Wisconsin law prevents a utility from disconnecting occupied dwelling units when a heat advisory, heat warning, or heat emergency is in effect. Contact the Public Service Commission Consumer Affairs at 1-800-225-7729 for more information.