Summer Heat

This follows the $1 million in support for victims of the May 16 tornado that Ameren announced earlier this year, which local area agencies continue to distribute.

This summer’s heat wave has produced warmer lake water which encourages growth of algae and algal blooms.

Pavement failures or blowouts occur when prolonged high temperatures cause the road to expand and buckle up or blow out.

Ameren is sharing steps customers can take now to stay safe and cool while keeping energy costs in check.

Heat exhaustion and heatstroke are the most serious risks, with symptoms ranging from dizziness and nausea to dangerously high body temperatures.

June was the warmest month compared to normal, while July was slightly cooler than normal and August was right near normal.

The law went into effect January 1, 2024.

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.