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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.

.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

&&

Weather Alert

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

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 to 30 degrees
expected over most of the region. Everyone should see a 32 degree
low or close to it.

* WHERE...All 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 and other
sensitive vegetation.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

Winter Storm Coverage - What you need to know with updated information

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Winter storm

CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) -- The winter storm is moving through our area and is bringing all types of winter precipitation along with it.

Road conditions are deteriorating quickly. ¾ÅÓÎÌåÓý Illinois already has most of the roads covered with ice and snow. Below you can find links to Illinois, Missouri and Kentucky road conditions. 

Inside this article will be a growing list of articles and videos of the latest information in regards to the winter storm for Sunday into Monday.

The winter storm is moving through the area and is bringing all types of winter precipitation along with it.

Be sure to download our apps for the latest at your fingertips.

Schools may be impacted by the expected winter weather. Below is a list of closures...

Here is an overall guide by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency which includes how to prepare for winter weather.

Winter Weather Preparedness Guide

A winter storm warning, ice warning has been issued for much of the area.

Here are a list of warming shelters across southern Illinois.

Docks on Rend Lake will be removed due to the forecasted wintry mix.

Courtesy docks at Rend Lake to be removed for upcoming severe winter weather

Here are some safety tips from the Williamson County Sheriff's Office on the cold weather.

Here is what you should have in your vehicle as part of an emergency kit.

Download the free WSIL News and Weather apps for the latest stories and alerts sent straight to your mobile device. You may also see us on for the latest videos.

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