Heat — Lawrence, Missouri

2000-08-27 to 2000-08-31 · Lawrence, Missouri

Wider weather episode

A prolonged period of excessive heat occurred in central, southwest, and south central Missouri. Afternoon high temperatures during this period averaged 100 degrees or higher, with heat index values of 100 to 110 degrees. In addition, August was the driest on record for both Springfield, and Joplin Missouri. Area schools were dismissed early due to the heat. 29 people were treated for heat related illnesses during the last part of August. An elderly man was found dead in his car in Lawrence County. His death was blamed by the heat.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5171949. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.