Summer heat can turn dangerous fast — and the Red Cross is urging everyone to be prepared before temperatures climb. As the season heats up, residents are encouraged to take simple but critical steps to avoid heat-related illness and injury.

With the days growing shorter and temperatures gradually getting colder, the public is being reminded that it’s time for “Winter Weather – Get it Together.” The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and Illinois Tollway are prepared for whatever snow-and-ice season has in store, but also are asking you to get ready for winter travel over the coming months.