Full Notification

Excessive Heat Warning issued July 27 at 3:05AM CDT until July 28 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 114. * WHERE...Portions of south central, southwest, and west central Illinois. Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Greene; Macoupin; Montgomery; Bond; Fayette; Clinton; Marion; Washington; Randolph; Adams; Brown; Pike; Calhoun; Jersey; Madison; St. Clair; Monroe; Knox; Lewis; Shelby; Marion; Ralls; Pike; Lincoln; St. Charles; St. Louis; St. Louis City; Jefferson; Ste. Genevieve

Instructions:

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 9 1 1.