City Of St. Louis: Excessive Heat Warning Issued (August 10-12, 2021)

St. Louis MO

12 August, 2021

1:54 PM

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Press release from the City of St. Louis: August 11, 2021 The St. Louis region continues to experience dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values expected as high as 110 degrees. The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis. The warning remains in effect until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 12. The St. Louis region continues to experience dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values expected as high as 110 degrees. These temperatures paired with high humidity will increase the chance for someone to suffer from a heat-related illness.  "With the temperatures and heat indices expected this week, we need everyone in the City of St. Louis to take extra precautions to protect yourself and your family," says Dr. Fredrick Echols, acting director of health for the City of St. Louis. "Be sure to carry a water bottle with you to stay hydrated and avoid being out in the mid-afternoon as a precaution." If precautions are not taken, the predicted dangerously high temperatures and humidity could quickly cause heat stress or heat stroke. The very young, the elderly, those without air conditioning, and those participating in strenuous outdoor activities will be most susceptible. Also, car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. "It's critical to stay informed during extreme weather events like this week's Excessive Heat Warning," says Sarah Russell, Commissioner for the City Emergency Management Agency. "We ask everyone in St. Louis to sign up for the city's free notification system, to stay up-to-date with the heat, as well as future potential emergencies." Anyone can sign up through the city's NotifySTL website.  Heat-Related Health and Safety Tips for People: Heat-Related Health and Safety Tips for Pets: Heat-related Services available for residents: This press release was produced by the City of St. Louis. The views expressed here are the author's own.