WEATHER ALERT: Affton and Shrewsbury

St. Louis county is under a heat advisory expected to last through Thursday, the National Weather Service reported.

The advisory went into effect at 1 p.m. Monday because heat-index values are expected to rise to 100 degrees Monday and Tuesday, and to 105 degrees or more Wednesday and Thursday.

St. Louisans can take the following precautions to help avoid heat exhaustion and heat stroke, the advisory states:

• Reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or night.
• Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing.
• Drink plenty of water.
• When working outdoors, take frequent breaks in shade or an air-conditioned space.

The National Weather Service also warned of thunderstorms this week as a cold front flits in and out of the area.

Residents can at 800-427-4626 for information about cooling centers and energy assistance.

Here are some cooling centers in Affton and Shrewsbury:

9801 MacKenzie, St. Louis, MO, 63123 
Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Mon. - Thurs.; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Fri.; 12:00pm (Noon) to 8:00pm Sat., Sun. Site is accessible for persons with disabilities. 

 
4444 Weber Road, Saint Louis, MO 63123
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.


9920 Lin-Ferry Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63123
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

South County Health Center
4580 South Lindbergh Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63127
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am - 6 pm