Heat

Summer is a time for being outdoors, but experts say Missourians should take precautions to keep a fun day in the sun from becoming a serious medical problem.

When it’s hot outside, people tend to reach for the water. But too much of a good thing can be a problem. Recently, a young woman died from drinking too much water in a short amount of time, and a young boy was hospitalized after doing the same thing.

Exposure to extreme heat, and especially prolonged exposure, can cause serious health complications, including heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

Water and Gatorade will be offered for free.

With the temperatures increasing as much of they have been, it's good to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

The WBGT measures heat stress to keep student athletes safer in excessive heat.

With extremely hot temperatures reaching triple digits this week, Ameren is advising customers to stay safe by keeping their homes cool with these tips that will help cut energy costs, while staying comfortable and safe.

An Excessive Heat Watch is in effect from Thursday morning through Friday evening.

High temperatures, high humidity contribute to dangerous conditions

SSM Health says to drink fluids and take breaks.