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Weather Alert

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CDT /10 AM EDT/
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CDT /10 AM EDT/ Tuesday.

* 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.

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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.

.Very heavy rainfall ranging from 6 to 9 inches fell across the
Big Muddy River basin over the past week. This will keep river levels
elevated over at least the next week. Major flooding is forecast
to develop at Murphysboro this week with moderate flooding at
Plumfield. Crests are expected by Thursday morning at both locations.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

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.

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

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

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

* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast. This approaches the flood of record.

* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:00 PM CDT Monday the stage was 27.7 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 32.8
feet Thursday morning.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.


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FEMA and the Small Business Administration deadline for assistance fast approaching

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FEMA

KENTUCKY (WSIL)---The Small Business Administration has given out over $30 million in disaster relief loans, money that can be used toward rebuilding after physical or economic damage from the December tornado.

The SBA partners with FEMA for long term disaster recovery, giving low interest loans to homeowners, renters, businesses, and some nonprofits following disasters.

For homeowners, these loans are start at 1.43%. These loans can be deferred and have terms up to a maximum of 30 years.

For those who want to apply, the deadline is coming up fast.

"The deadline is very soon, it's coming up February 11th so make sure that, if FEMA, if you're a homeowner or a renter, and FEMA has referred you to SBA to make sure you put that application in," said Sally Graham, a public information officer for the Small Business Administration. "We are here, we have been deployed since December 15th. We're helping anyone who has had damage. Please come see us." 

Now before applying for the loans, make sure you apply for FEMA disaster assistance and see if you are eligible for their grant programs.

Make sure to finish those applications as soon as possible.

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