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Health officials urge precautions as heat advisory takes effect

The St. Joseph Health Department on 10th street.
TaMya Bracy | KQ2
The St. Joseph Health Department on 10th street.
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Published 11:13 am

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Extreme heat is expected to affect the area, and health officials are urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves from heat-related illnesses.

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect from noon to 10 pm.

Extreme heat could cause heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

United Way of Greater St. Joseph also posted a list of cooling centers and emergency shelters available for the public.

KQ2 will update this article.

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