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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Illinois...

Big Muddy River near Murphysboro.

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

Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

.Levels will continue to fall on the Big Muddy River for the next
week, dropping near to below flood stage by April 20.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

&&

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

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

* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:00 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 26.4 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 20.1 feet Sunday,
April 20.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

Lightning causes fire to destroy historic visitors center

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Saxon Lutheran Memorial

Saxon Lutheran Memorial

FROHNA, Mo. (WSIL) --Officials say a lightning strike from recent storms was to blame for fire that destroyed a historic building in Perry County, Missouri.

The Missouri State Fire Marshal confirms lightning struck the Saxon Lutheran Memorial and Heritage Center Sunday night.

Saxon Lutheran Memorial posted to their Facebook page, saying the fire did not spread to other buildings. They also stated everyone involved was safe.

Officials with the Glenn House, a historic site in Cape Girardeau, said the following:

"This site was more than just a collection of historic buildings—it was a living testament to the faith, resilience, and pioneering spirit of early German immigrants who shaped our region. It stood as a bridge between past and present, preserving the stories and culture of the Saxon Lutheran community for generations to come."

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