Fireworks: O'Fallon Police Respond to Over 100 Calls Already This Week
With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, local fire and police officials remind residents that the drought-like conditions and fireworks don’t mix.
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Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Monday, July 2, 2012
Fireworks: O'Fallon Police Respond to Over 100 Calls Already This Week
With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, local fire and police officials remind residents that the drought-like conditions and fireworks don’t mix.
Local emergency personnel are urging residents to be aware of the possible increase in fire and medical emergencies due the dry conditions and heat in St. Charles County. Temperatures have lingered in the 100s for days, and with the Fourth of July holiday coming up, fire and police officials warn that the drought-like conditions and fireworks don’t mix. Some fire departments, including Wentzville and Cottleville, have already seen small grass fires due to personal fireworks displays. On Monday afternoon, several emergency workers gathered at the St. Charles County Sheriff’s Office to discuss the potential dangers. Participants included police and fire fighters from O’Fallon, Wentzville, Lake Saint Louis, St. Peters, Foristell, Cottleville…
Thursday, June 28, 2012
St. Charles County Health Offers Tips to Beat the Heat
With the entire Metro St. Louis area under a heat advisory until Sunday morning, the local health department offers advice to stay safe and cool.
Information provided by the St. Charles County Department of Community Health and Environment. Heat waves, like the one forecasted for the St. Louis Metropolitan Area this week, can cause dangers to people, animals and infrastructure. Extreme heat and bright sunlight can lead to heat-related illnesses — especially in young children, the elderly and those who may have difficulties in caring for themselves. “Heat illness occurs when the body loses its ability to regulate body temperature,” said Gil Copley, director of the St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment. “Normally, the body can keep our temperature in the neighborhood of 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. The higher the surrounding temperature rises, the …
60 Year Heat Hitting O'Fallon On Thursday
The entire Metro St. Louis area is under a heat advisory until Sunday morning. Residents urged to stay inside as much as possible.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
60 Year Heat Hitting O'Fallon Through Sunday
The entire Metro St. Louis area is under a heat advisory until Sunday morning. Residents urged to stay inside as much as possible.
Dangerous levels of heat will overspread the St. Louis Region from Thursday through Sunday, according to National Weather Service. Residents can expect record breaking temperatures reaching as high as 105 degrees on Thursday. On Friday, air temperatures are expected to be cooler around 100 degrees; however, humidity will keep it feeling like 105. The last time this degree of heat was felt in June for three or more consecutive days in this area was more than 60 years ago, according to NWS, which also said there is a possibility temperatures could rise to 105 degrees or more again on Sunday and continue into next week. Humidity vs. Real Heat According to area meteorologists, Thursday will be the hottest day in this heat attack. But days …
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Breathe Easy: 5 Things About Air Quality
AIRNow is an online tool that allows you to monitor how clean or polluted your outdoor air is.
The scorching temperatures for O'Fallon eased Monday. With this break from the heat, O'Fallon Patch brings you this breath of fresh air: the Air Quality Index (AQI), from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 1. What is the AQI? The AIRNow website states the index "tells you how clean or polluted your outdoor air is, and what associated health effects might be a concern for you." The EPA looks at five pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act: 2. How do I know when to be concerned about the AQI? You can check on the AQI for the St. Louis metro area using the AIRNow website. It shows a map of Missouri and provides a key to explain each AQI level. You can sign up for EnviroFlash notifications to got AQI alerts and other information via …
Friday, August 5, 2011
O'Fallon Daily Dose
O'Fallon Daily Dose: Aug 5 Edition
The Daily Dose provides a look at the day's weather, what you missed and what's coming up on Patch.
Welcome to the O'Fallon Daily Dose, where each morning we'll keep you updated on what's going on around town and what's coming up on Patch. Weather Traffic News You Can Use Coming Up
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Thursday, August 4, 2011
O'Fallon Daily Dose
O'Fallon Daily Dose: Aug 4 Edition
The Daily Dose provides a look at the day's weather, what you missed and what's coming up on Patch.
Welcome to the O'Fallon Daily Dose, where each morning we'll keep you updated on what's going on around town and what's coming up on Patch. Weather Traffic News You Can Use In Case You Missed It Coming Up If you have a suggestion or tip to help make the Daily Dose or O'Fallon Patch more helpful, please tell us in the comment section or email jordan.lanham@patch.com
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Friday, July 22, 2011
Rascals Fans Face the Heat At the Ballpark
The high temperature was 99 on Thursday.
Fans of the River City Rascals didn't let the fact that it was 97 degrees at 7 p.m. in St. Charles top them from heading to the game Thursday. Most chose a spot in the shade, wrapped cool towels around their necks and some carried personal fans.
Ed Norman
9:36 am on Friday, July 22, 2011
Baseball is a SUMMER game and it gets hot in this area in the summer! Just use common sense, drink plenty of WATER and keep cool. Those little battery powered 'misting' fans are great also. See you there tonight! Go R A S C A L S ! ! ! more ›