Jefferson County, IL

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In effect from Thursday 06/11 10:00 AM CDT – Thursday 06/11 8:00 PM CDT

Issued by NWS Paducah KY

What

Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph expected.

Where

Crab Orchard and Rend Lake in Illinois, Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley in Kentucky, and Lake Wappapello in Missouri.

When

From 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Thursday.

Impacts

Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.


Areas Impacted

  • Jefferson
  • Franklin
  • Williamson
  • Livingston
  • Marshall
  • Calloway
  • Lyon
  • Trigg
  • Wayne

Tips to Stay Safe

A Lake Wind Advisory means that strong winds are happening now or soon, and will cause rough waters on area lakes. 

Boaters should use extra caution.

Briefing

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From the Forecaster

Hot and Humid Today

Created by the NWS Paducah WFO

This afternoon will remain hot and humid across our region with peak heat index readings exceeding 100 in many areas. It will also be quite breezy with southwest winds gusting 20 to 30 mph. A Lake Wind Advisory is in effect for our larger lakes until 8 PM.

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