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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 Franklin and Williamson
Counties.

.The Big Muddy River continues to rise due to heavy rain last week
and over the weekend. The river will crest on Thursday before
starting a very slow fall.

For the Big Muddy River...including Plumfield, Murphysboro...Major
flooding is forecast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

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

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

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

&&

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

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

* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:30 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 28.2 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 30.7
feet early Thursday morning.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.


&&

Big Muddy Monster Brew Fest draws a large crowd

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Big Muddy Monster Brew Fest web
By Mandy Robertson

MURPHYSBORO (WSIL) -- After choosing to postpone last year because of COVID-19, Murphysboro's Big Muddy Monster Brew Fest is back and bigger than before.

More than 1,500 people were at Riverside Park Saturday afternoon, enjoying local brews from both large and small crafters.

More than 60 vendors were on hand serving up their brews.

Organizers say, it's a great opportunity for participants to sample the variety of beers, while enjoying a few games with family and friends.

"It's just a great atmosphere, a lot of folks have been waiting to get back out and celebrate and have some fun and the Big Muddy Monster Brewfest has been able to provide that this year. / It's not just about coming out and getting schnookered and drinking all day, it's about having fun and connecting and if you're sipping a cold beer and throwing bags it's a good time." said volunteer, Kevin Hunsperger.

This is the 11th year for the Big Muddy Monster Brew Fest, and the first under a new community organization called Revitalize 62966. 

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