A severe thunderstorm caused damage in Rockford, Illinois on Sunday night, with strong winds knocking down a canopy at a gas station. It is still unclear if anyone was injured. This storm preceded a heatwave expected to bring temperatures in the 90s throughout the week, with heat index values nearing triple digits. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Risk map showing severe conditions in northern Illinois. Monday's forecast is for high heat and continued storm chances in the area over the next few days. This extreme weather pattern poses risks to health systems, heat-sensitive industries, and infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of staying cool and hydrated during this period of hot and stormy weather.