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St. Louis County Executive outlines tornado response, mutual aid and public-safety guidance

5099158 · May 6, 2025
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St. Louis County Executive reported on storm response after a tornado struck parts of Clayton, Richmond Heights and University City, described intergovernmental cleanup work, urged residents to treat intersections with dark traffic signals as four-way stops, warned about disaster scams and thanked state and federal officials for assistance.

St. Louis County Executive told the County Council Tuesday that county crews worked with municipal partners after a tornado that began in Clayton moved through Richmond Heights and University City, damaging homes, businesses and schools.

The executive said county Transportation and Public Works and Parks personnel helped municipal crews clear downed trees and debris so emergency medical services could reach residents. "Time matters in a disaster, and their swift response helped to protect lives," the executive said.

The county…

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