Juneteenth Celebrations, Janet Jackson and Northerly Island Concerts Mid-Week Amid Hot Temperatures
June 18, 2024
Residents and participants are reminded to be aware in crowds and report suspicious activity to 9-1-1
CHICAGO – With the Juneteenth holiday on Wednesday and events and gatherings taking place, the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) is reminding residents and motorists of the increased traffic impacts and crowds. Also, those attending events and out and about should be prepared for the summer weather as the hot and humid conditions continue throughout the week.
Tips to Beat the Heat
- Stay hydrated while waiting in lines or attending events – drink lots of water, AVOID alcohol, caffeine, sodas.
- Wear loose, light, cotton clothing.
- Do not leave anyone, including pets, in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
- Keep pets hydrated as well.
- Wear sunscreen, sunglasses and/or hat to shield the sun’s effects.
- Keep updated on weather conditions for changing hazards.
- Adhere to the warnings of officials at the beach or at public events.
- Know the signs of heat illness and seek shelter or help.
- Only swim in designated locations with lifeguards on site.
Report suspicious activity: Protecting our public spaces, event venues, and beaches is a joint effort and reporting any suspicious objects, persons, or activity to 9-1-1 immediately can help save lives. If you ever see something that appears intentionally Hidden, obviously strange or unusual, or typically out of place for that location (The HOT Principle) or if you are ever unsure of a potential threat, please call 9-1-1 right away. Be especially vigilant in crowds and high-profile events and be sure to know your location and egress options in the event of an emergency.
There are many Juneteenth events happening on Wednesday, June 19, in Chicago including the following:
Juneteenth BBQ at 740 E. 56th Place from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Juneteenth Block Party at 1200 E 79th St from noon to 9 p.m.
Juneteenth Youth Olympics at 817 E 104th St from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Janet Jackson concert at United Center
Janet Jackson’s Together Again Summer 2024 Tour will be at the United Center on Wednesday, June 19, along with special guest Nelly at 8 p.m. Parking lots and Uber lot opens to the public two and a half hours prior to event time. Janet Jackson - June 19, 2024 | United Center
Pixies & Modest Mouse at Northerly Island
Pixies & Modest Mouse is Wednesday, June 19 at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island at 6:30 p.m. with over 7000 fans expected. Pixies & Modest Mouse – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island (pavilionnortherlyisland.com)
The OEMC will monitor events throughout the city and Traffic Control Aides (TCA’s) may be deployed to facilitate traffic.
Chicago OEMC App
For safety and preparedness at your fingertips, residents and visitors are encouraged to download the new Chicago OEMC App. The public safety tool provides safety information, preparedness tips, emergency alerts, weather information and more in the palm of your hand. Users will also have access to current forecasts, radar, and other weather-related information as well. Download the app through the Apple App and Google Play stores or visit the website Chicago.gov/OEMC.
Sign up for NotifyChicago alerts at NotifyChicago.org. OEMC also issues TEXT alerts for lakefront notices and issues affecting businesses updates:
- CHILAKE: For lakefront notices, TEXT “CHILAKE” to 7-8-0-1-5
- CHIBIZ: For alerts affecting businesses, TEXT “CHIBIZ” to 6-7-2-8-3
For additional information on emergency preparedness information, visit the OEMC website at Chicago.gov/OEMC. Follow the Office of Emergency Management and Communications on Facebook (@coemc), Twitter (@ChicagoOEMC) and Instagram (chicago_oemc_911).