Heat Advisory Tuesday 8/6 CANCELLED

Update:

The National Weather Service has cancelled the heat advisory 2:12 PM CDT Tue Aug 6 2024. A cold front is moving through the area and this has halted heating and prevented heat index values climbing to 105 degrees and greater.

Previous Info:

Heat advisory in effect from noon to 6 pm CDT Tuesday...

• What...Heat index values up to 107 expected.
• Where...Portions of south central and southwest Illinois and central, east central, and southeast Missouri.
• When...From noon to 6 pm CDT tuesday.
• Impacts...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

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 heat stroke. 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. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911.

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 St. Louis at 800-427-4626, or if calling from a land line phone dial 211. You can also call Cool Down Saint Louis at 314-241-7668.

Event Type: Announcement
When: Tuesday, August 06, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Location:
Neighborhood: City-Wide
Ward: Many wards
Admission: Free.
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