Extreme summer heat is expected across Indiana over the next several days. Cooling centers will be open throughout the state for those in need of a safe and cool place to stay. Indiana 211 is your trusted resource for an up-to-date, searchable list of cooling center locations and hours in your area. To find a cooling center near you, visit

Extreme heat occurs when temperatures reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit or higher for at least two to three days. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports 2024 was the warmest year on record globally, and there is a worldwide trend of warmer than average temperatures. Overexposure to heat can be hazardous, and the humid conditions frequently experienced in Indiana can add

EXTREME HEAT WARNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING   * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 possible. Daily high temperatures in the 90s.   * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana, southwest Michigan, and northwest Ohio.   * WHEN...NOW through Thursday evening.   * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.   * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight

The Duneland Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the winners of their Annual Community Awards. This event is taking place from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm on Thursday, July 16 at the Spa Special Events Center in Porter, IN. Everyone is welcome to join us in celebrating the remarkable contributions of organizations, businesses, and individuals within the Duneland community.

The City of Michigan City is reminding residents that an extreme heat warning is in effect now through 7 P.M. Thursday. Extended periods of dangerously hot conditions with daily temperatures in the 90s and high humidity levels are expected. Heat index values could reach up to 105 degrees during this time. With extreme heat and humidity expected over the next