Heat in Lawrence, Missouri
Heat August 27, 2000 – August 31, 2000 · Lawrence, Missouri
The wider storm
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 5171949. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.
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