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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT CDT /1 AM EDT/
TONIGHT TO 9 AM CDT /10 AM EDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the upper 20s to lower 30s are
expected.

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

* WHEN...From midnight CDT /1 AM EDT/ tonight to 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 on Wednesday at both locations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

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 11:00 AM CDT Monday the stage was 27.3 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 33.0
feet early Wednesday afternoon.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

Murphysboro applies for homeowner support funding

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Murphysboro wants in on Home Town Takeover
By Eric Jamnik

MT. VERNON, Ill. -- Murphysboro has applied to give funding to low-income homeowners. 

According to Mayor Will Stephens, Murphysboro hopes to receive the Housing Rehabilitation Grant to help residents fix up their homes. Stephens suggests some of the covered work include roofing, windows, doors, electrical, heating/cooling and flooring. 

Those who meet the following breakdowns would qualify for the funding should Murphysboro achieve the grant: 

  • 1 person -- $45,600
  • 2 people -- $52,100
  • 3 people -- $58,600
  • 4 people -- $65,100
  • 5 people -- $70,350
  • 6 people -- $74,550
  • 7 people -- $80,750
  • 8 people -- $85,950

Stephens pointed out that trailers with underpinning and/or including privilege tax would not qualify for funding. 

The city's receival of the grant depends on community interest. Those who feel they could use the extra help should fill out a feedback form at the Daum Building at 1101 Walnut Street. 

Questions surrounding the funding or process can DM Mayor Stephens or call PSC Engineers at 618-985-6370.

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