The NWS has EXTENDED the Heat Advisory for the City of St. Louis, through 7 PM 7/13/17. #stlwx
HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THURSDAY...
* TIMING...Heat index values will be highest during the mid to
late afternoon hours Wednesday and Thursday.
* HEAT INDEX VALUES...Up to 108 due to temperatures around 100,
and dewpoints in the lower 70s.
* IMPACTS...The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity
will continue through Thursday afternoon, leading to an
increased risk of heat-related stress and illness. This is
especially true since the heat and humidity has persisted since
Sunday and is expected to continue for the fifth day in a row
on Thursday. The very young, the elderly, those without air
conditioning, and those participating in strenuous outdoor
activities will be the most susceptible. Also, car interiors can
reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures and high
humidity will occur. This combination will create a situation in
which heat-related illnesses are possible, especially for those
living in non-air conditioned homes or apartments. People in the
Advisory area are advised to avoid poorly ventilated areas and
prolonged work in the sun. Also, keep plenty of liquids on hand
and try to stay in an air conditioned environment.
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 land line phone dial 2-1-1.
You can also call Cool Down Saint Louis at 314-241-7668.
Address/Location
City of St. Louis Emergency Management
1915 Olive St
St. Louis, MO 63103
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1