City of St Louis Department of Health Operation Weather Survival

Operation Weather Survival
Hot Weather Tips
Heat Related Illnesses
Guidelines for Working Outside
Safe Fan Use
History of Operation Weather Survival in St. Louis Operation Weather Survival was created in 1981 to address the needs of the community during extreme weather conditions. It is comprised of public and private organizations working together to prevent illness or death from either extreme heat, cold conditions and ground level ozone.
OWS Summer Outreach Programs that work to prevent HEAT-related illness through OWS are:
* Health Departments: Preventive education, temperature monitoring, alerts, warnings, and data collection * OWS Air-Conditioner Program: Provides air conditioners to individuals who are medically at risk. Air conditioners are purchased with funds primarily donated by AmerenUE. * Cooling Sites: Cooling sites are open year-round. During severe heat, hours and services are extended. * United Way Information & Referral Call Center: For cooling site information and heat-related assistance call       1-800-427-4626.
Who's At-Risk?
"Homeless" living outside Poor, elderly, chronically ill persons living alone Individuals working outside in extreme heat
Who Can Help?
Friends and family can check on the elderly                                  and the disabled living alone. Neighbors can check on neighbors Human Service agencies can provide                                       energy assistance and home weatherization