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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

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

Big Muddy River near Plumfield and Murphysboro.

.Levels will continue to fall on the Big Muddy River, dropping below
flood stage at Plumfield Sunday morning, and at Murphysboro Tuesday
morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

&&

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL TOMORROW AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:30 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 21.1 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
late tomorrow morning.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

Want to see the fall colors? Illinois highlights road trip plans to see and experience the season statewide

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Want to see the fall colors? Illinois highlights road trip plans to see and experience the season statewide
Fall colors report, nature, trees

Courtesy: Enjoy Illinois

(WSIL) -- With fall now underway, the Illinois Office of Tourism has released the 2021 Fall Color Report as a helpful guide to help residents and visitors know the best time to spot fall foliage in all regions across the state.

The Illinois Office of Tourism (IOT) releases the Illinois Fall Color Report annually in the fall in partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to help residents plan drives and scenic getaways throughout the state.

to see the entire fall color report and where to see the colors throughout the state.Ìý

Along with the Fall Color Report, IOT has also released new road trip itineraries highlighting incredible fall experiences around Illinois. Each itinerary features unique places to stay, authentic small businesses to discover, places to eat and one-of-a-kind outdoor adventures among the state’s changing leaves.Ìý

The annual Fall Color Report is updated weekly, offering Illinoisans and visitors alike a real-time look at where to spot fall foliage during peak times in the following four regions of Illinois:

  • Chicago & Beyond (Chicago and surrounding areas) - Second week of October 
  • Great Rivers Country (Western border of Illinois) - Second week of October 
  • Land of Lincoln (Central Illinois)-Middle of October
  • Trails to Adventure (Southeast Illinois) - Last week of October
illinois road trip map

The newly released fall road trip itineraries were created to expose the beautiful sights and attractions unique to Illinois. Itinerary highlights include:

  • Experience the beauty of Shawnee National Forest with this loop through five towns set among towering rock formations, tree-lined trails and southern Illinois vineyards.
  • Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
  • Cozy dining spots
  • Pomona Natural Bridge
  • Local BBQ joints

All fall itineraries can be found , including an .Ìý

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Kenzie Dillow joined the team in 2016 as an editor, moved to Producer in 2017 & took over the Digital Content Manager position in 2021. Kenzie graduated from SIUC in 2016 with a degree in Sports Broadcasting and Advertising.

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