Excessive Heat in St. Louis, Missouri

A major Heat Wave started on July 17th and continued into August. High temperatures ranged from the lower 90s to around 100. Columbia hit 100 on July 28 while St. Louis topped the century mark on six days, including four in a row from July 20 - 23. Low temperatures at night were generally around 80. The Heat Index ranged from around 105 to 110. There were five deaths reported in the City of St. Louis with three in St. Louis County. Over 100 people were treated at a U2 concert held at Busch Stadium the evening of the 17th.