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Missouri's sweltering summer has led people working in the agriculture sector and at other outdoor jobs to voice concerns about heat exposure and their own health and safety. The state has no heat-related safety standards for these industries.
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A Heat Advisory remains for the entire Quad State region tonight through Saturday afternoon (July 29th). Highs in the mid to upper 90s and heat index values of 105-110 are possible in the afternoon though any development of showers/storms will limit warming. Locate nearest cooling centers in Missouri for a place to cool down. For overnight shelter, contact local emergency management or call United Way 2-1-1.
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Extreme temperatures have been linked to a higher incidence of cardiovascular-related deaths. With high heat days just around the corner, the American Heart Association stresses this is especially true for people with pre-existing heart conditions. Other heat-related illnesses can affect anyone, from sunburn to a potentially fatal heat stroke.
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In the next few decades, climate change will cause more than two weeks every summer to become too hot to safely work outside. A new study argues that quick action is needed prevent that number of dangerously hot days from doubling.