Heat watch in effect; cooling centers open

A National Weather Service heat watch is in effect as the area entersa third day of temperatures in the 90s. Chicagoans are urged to cooloff during the day at senior centers, library branches and ParkDistrict facilities. The 24-hour line to get help or transportationto a center is (312) 744-5000. The TTY number for people who arehearing- or speech-impaired is (312) 744-8599. City officials saypeople should drink plenty of liquids, eat easily digested foods,stay indoors, keep electric lights off, wear light clothing, keepwindows slightly open and shades or blinds closed. The Anti-CrueltySociety urged owners of pets to limit their exercise to morning orevening hours and to provide …