News | May 2026
As tornado demolitions begin in St. Louis, dust and health concerns swirl
City, state and federal contractors are slated to demolish hundreds of homes damaged or destroyed by the tornado in the coming months. Some were owned by residents; others were vacant buildings. But no matter who is paying for the demolitions, residents are in for a dusty summer, and experts say neighbors should take precautions.
Environmental Infrastructure Solutions employee Dakota Ragsdale uses a hose to mist a demolition site along Enright Avenue in St. Louis’ Academy neighborhood on May 12.
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