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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...

Big Muddy River near Murphysboro affecting Jackson County.

Big Muddy River near Plumfield affecting Williamson and Franklin
Counties.

.Heavy rainfall has ended across the area. The Big Muddy River is
continuing to rise and crests are expected over the next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

&&

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast.

* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 34.0 feet, Many surrounding homes begin to flood.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 23.9 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 32.4
feet Wednesday morning.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.


&&

Weather Alert

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...A portion of southern Illinois, including the following
counties, Franklin, Hamilton, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Perry,
Pulaski, Union, Wayne and Williamson.

* WHEN...Until 700 PM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water
crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 817 AM CDT, Even though the heavy rain has ended,
substantial flooding continues across much of the warned
area. Between 5 and 9 inches of rain have fallen since the
start of the event on Wednesday. Additional light rainfall
amounts up to one tenth of an inch are possible in the warned
area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Carbondale, Marion, Mount Vernon, Herrin, West Frankfort,
Murphysboro, Benton, Du Quoin, Pinckneyville, Carterville,
Fairfield, Anna, Johnston City, Mcleansboro, Christopher,
Jonesboro, Vienna, Rend Lake Area, Sesser and Zeigler.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.

&&

Weather Alert

...FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 to 30 degrees
possible. Everyone should see a 32 degree low or close to it.

* WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western
Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.

* WHEN...From late Monday night through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other
sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

Job Squad: October 14, 2022

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job squad

CARTERVILLE, IL (WSIL) -- This edition of Job Squad features full-time, part-time and seasonal job openings.

Hicks Oils in Du Quoin is looking for Blending Staff.  Preferred candidates will have over 5 years of manufacturing experience.  The opening is for day shift, Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. 

Duties include:

-operating various pieces of production equipment and maintaining an established system of records of production

-perform other various duties as assigned

Requirements include:

-reliable transportation

-valid driver’s license

-ability to lift 50 pounds

-basic math skills

Call 618-542-5431 for more information and how to apply.

Priority Staffing Group is hiring a full-time Vet Tech for a busy Saline County veterinarian’s office. Experience in the veterinary setting IS required, but a license/certification is not necessary. Pay depends on experience, starting at $17-$25/hr.

For a summarization of job duties and to apply, click

The City of Paducah currently has several openings including Firefighter, GIS Application and Support Manager, Park Ranger, and more.

Firefighter- “Under general supervision performs fire suppression, fire prevention and inspections; performs life support medical care and emergency medical treatment; performs fire prevention activities as assigned�

GIS Application and Support Manager- “Under the leadership of the Chief Technology Director, this position is responsible for the maintenance and development of the MAP~GIS infrastructure and development of new strategies, policies, and documentation for GIS related projects.�

Park Ranger- “Under general supervision, patrols city parks, buildings, and facilities. Responds to emergencies and inquiries to protect lives and property (e.g., regulate traffic, assist and educate public). Enforces parking regulations in city parks. Performs other duties as assigned�

For a full list of job duties for these positions and more, click

My Personalized Ornaments inside the Mt. Vernon Times Square Mall has a seasonal job opening. If you have great penmanship, a great work ethic, and a fun personality, this may be the perfect job for you. Contact Annette at 618-724-2997 for more information.

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