Community Corner
National Weather Service Issues Heat Warning
Temperatures for the St. Louis County region could reach 115˚ F. Check the National Weather Service's precautions to take on this hot Monday.
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for St. Louis County, including the cities of Manchester and Town and Country.
Temperatures will range from 110 to 115˚F. The warning states the dangerous heat and humidity is expected to last through Tuesday evening.
Here are the precautions listed on the National Weather Service's website:
- Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.
- 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 immediately.
- People in the St. Louis metro 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 St. Louis at 314-241-7668.
Check back with Town and Country-Manchester Patch for more updates on this excessive heat warning.