Dangerous Heat Wave and Severe Storms/Flooding Across Southeast Missouri and St. Louis

Historic flash flooding in Reynolds and Iron counties: 6-11 inches of rain, over 360 rescued, one confirmed fatality, one missing. Governor Kehoe declared a state of emergency through August 10. MO-TF1 wrapping up; FEMA/SEMA now surveying damage in nine counties. Congressman Smith toured flood damage, noting $3M ranch loss, destroyed church, lack of flood insurance. A new resource center opened in Centerville to assist flood victims. Recovery crews and volunteers continue damage assessment; FEMA aid possible. Flood watches expired but saturated soil raises risk of quick localized flooding from training storms. Local flood relief drives underway; Hangry Hub and others joined. Nearly $200,000 raised for Camp Taum Sauk and families. A new heat advisory was in effect, but now upgraded to an Extreme Heat Warning for all of Missouri. St. Louis heat index could reach up to 117°F (peak today/tomorrow). An extreme heat warning remains for the Bootheel with indices up to 113°F. Memphis heat advisory (feels like 106-107°F) with cooling center open. A national heat dome is affecting 40 million people. Scattered storms possible today and Sunday into Monday. Potential derecho pattern monitored. Cooling shelters open. Power outages reported in St. Louis on Saturday, including at the zoo. St. Louis power demand surged; DOE emergency order does not affect MISO grid, which remains stable. Assistance programs available for high bills. Mid-week relief expected. Heat-related road buckling reported on Route 160 and Highway K in O'Fallon; MoDOT making repairs. Residents urged to take precautions. A new camp safety bill is being refiled. Climate change context: record 12+ inches of rain linked to more frequent deadly storms.