Heat Advisory today from Noon to 8 PM

A Heat Advisory has been issued for the City of St. Louis from noon until 8 PM Friday 7/8/22.

WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 are expected.

IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. stlouis-mo.gov/heat

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heatstroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

People in the Saint Louis Metropolitan Area can get information about cooling centers or energy assistance related to the
excessive heat by calling the United Way of Greater Saint Louis at 800-427-4626, or if calling from a landline phone dial 2-1-1.
You can also call Cool Down Saint Louis at 314-241-7668.

Visit www.stlouis-mo.gov/heat for information on beating the heat.

Event Type: Announcement
When: Friday, July 08, 2022 at 12:00 PM
Location: City of St. Louis
Neighborhood: City-Wide
Ward: Many Wards
Admission: Free.
Contact:
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