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Weather Alert

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.

&&

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.

&&

...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.


&&

Free produce at the Carbondale Farmers Market

  • Brooke Schlyer is the midday producer and co-anchor. She also reports for the 4 p.m. newscast. 

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cdale winter farmers market

CARBONDALE, IL (WSIL) -- Nothing "beets" fresh fruits and vegetables, and there's an opportunity to get some of those for free.Ìý

September 14th is Customer Appreciation Day at the Carbondale Farmers Market. To celebrate, Meridian Health Plan of Illinois wants to help visitors go home with healthy, nutritious foods.Ìý

The farmers market will have a cooking demonstration area with recipe demos and free food samples. Meridian will have a booth set up nearby.

Members in Meridian health plans who show their member ID at the company’s booth will receive a $15 fresh produce voucher. Meanwhile, non members can receive a $5 fresh produce voucher.Ìý

Meridian says it will also provide healthy recipes, nutrition information, and resources on health education as well as offer support with basic needs.ÌýÌý

Don't forget the farmers market also accepts SNAP and LinkUp match benefits. This means shoppers get $1-for-$1 match for SNAP transactions -- up to $25 per swipe with unlimited swipes.Ìý

The Carbondale Farmers Market is from 8AM-12PM every Saturday (rain or shine) from late March-early December at the Westown Mall Parking lot.Ìý

2001 W. Main St.Ìý

Carbondale, IL 62901

Download the freeÌýWSIL News and Weather appsÌýfor the latest stories and alerts sent straight to your mobile device.

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Brooke Schlyer is the midday producer and co-anchor. She also reports for the 4 p.m. newscast. 

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