The St. Louis County Police Department would like to remind citizens that in times of extreme weather, as expected this weekend, they should be extremely watchful of their surrounding environment. The weather may include heavy rains and high winds that could lead to flash floods, downed wires, and other threatening events. The following tips can be useful to follow during any extreme weather conditions:

ST. LOUIS, MO (KTVI)– Recent bad weather means good business for those in construction and windshield repair. The April 28th hail storm is bringing lots of new workers to the area.

Jim Compton with Compton Roofing says he’s been hiring in and out of town workers to keep up with demand. He’s expecting the number of construction jobs to jump 300%-400% percent by July. He also says the out of towners will boost the local economy.

Windshield repair companies are also profiting. Sales are up 200%.

Compton also says be sure to hire a local contractor and double check their qualifications before taking them on.

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The Florissant Knights of Columbus and The City of Florissant, in partnership with St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, St. Norbert and St. Angela Merici are hosting a supply drive in support of The Salvation Army’s continued relief work in Joplin.

“We are collecting goods from cleaning items to cooking utensils at this late date to show the people of Joplin that even 90 days later, their suffering is not forgotten,” said Christine Herbert, a Knights of Columbus Member who works for The Salvation Army’s Midland Headquarters in St. Louis.

Donations will be collected Wednesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the large Knights of Columbus Pavilion in Florissant, located at 50 Rue St. Francois.