TNW NEWS OFFICIAL WEATHER ALERT
Issued: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
By General Manager Todd Nardone
TNWNews.com – First to Advise • First to Warn • First to Alert
National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory — TNW Warned First
The National Weather Service has officially issued a Heat Advisory for the Chicagoland region and most of Illinois, in effect from today through Thursday. This includes Aurora, Chicago, and surrounding counties, with heat index values expected to soar well above 100 degrees.
But here’s what you need to know: TNW News issued our own operational heat advisory 24 hours earlier, ahead of the National Weather Service. Why? Because at TNW News, we’re not about money grabs or flashy gimmicks — we’re about actionable, trustworthy weather alerts you can count on when it matters most.
“We’re a three-man operation without federal backing, and we still beat the big networks to the punch,” said TNW General Manager Todd Nardone. “When your safety is on the line, you need weather that works for your neighborhood, not just for headlines.”
⚠️ TNW’s Operational Extension Warning
As General Manager of TNW News, I will not hesitate to extend the heat advisory into Friday via our Operational Alert System if conditions remain dangerous, especially for vulnerable local residents.
❗ Aurora, Illinois Residents – Action Steps You Should Take
No A/C in your apartment?
Call 311 and report it to the Aurora, Illinois Emergency Management Agency.
By city ordinance, all apartments must provide a designated air-conditioned space during extreme heat.
Noncompliant landlords may be fined.
Enforcement will involve Aurora PD, Aurora Fire Department, and the Aurora Emergency Management Agency.
Electric Vehicle?
Charge it to 95% now. In the event of a brownout, this could be your ride to the nearest cooling shelter.
Generator Safety
Never run a generator inside your home or garage.
Position it at least 50 feet away from any building.
Use only outdoor-approved units.
Battery backup and solar-powered units are recommended for apartments or condos.
Cooling Centers Available
Contact The Aurora, Illinois Emergency Management Agency or your county’s emergency team in Kane, DuPage, or Will to find a nearby cooling shelter.
TNW will post updated graphics to guide you.
Final Word from TNW News
This is not the time to wait. It’s time to act. If your living conditions are unsafe, file a report. Seek help. Protect your health. TNW News is first to warn, first to advise, and always ready when it matters most.
Turn to TNWWeather.com — your local and national weather source when others are just chasing ratings.
— Todd Nardone, General Manager, TNW News LLC
City of Aurora, IL, Government Aurora Illinois Police Department
