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National Weather Service to simplify alert language, and they need public's feedback
The National Weather Service is seeking public input as it prepares to simplify the language it uses to convey information about potentially-dangerous weather conditions.
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6+ inches of rain falls in matter of hours in Iroquois County, causing flash flooding
A flash flood warning remains in effect for parts of Ford and Iroquois counties, as more than six inches of rain have fallen in a matter of hours in that area.
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What is a red flag warning?
The combination of dry conditions, winds and warm weather can create dangerous situations for fires. Here’s what you should know if there’s ever a red flag warning in your area.
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EF-3 tornado tore through Texas town of Matador
The National Weather Service says Wednesday’s tornado that tore through the small west Texas town of Matador was an EF-3 according to preliminary damage survey results.
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Dust Storm Warning Issued in Illinois as Gusty Winds Cause ‘Life-Threatening' Travel Conditions
Officials in central Illinois have issued a dust storm warning for several counties, with blowing dust causing “life-threatening travel” conditions on several major roadways.
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What To Do If You Ever Find Yourself Driving in Dust Storm or Other Extreme Weather
Illinois State Police are warning motorists to take caution during extreme weather conditions after “excessive winds blowing dirt from farm fields” caused a deadly, 72-car pile up on Interstate 55 in south central Illinois.
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Dense Fog Advisory in Effect for South Suburbs, Northwest Indiana
A dense fog advisory will remain in effect through at least 9 a.m. in areas south of the city of Chicago, with icy road conditions expected in impacted areas.
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Death Toll Rises as Extreme Cold, Travel Chaos Continue Due to Winter Storm
The deep freeze from a deadly winter storm that walloped much of the United States will continue into the week
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Arctic Blast Brings Extreme Cold, Wind to Disrupt Holiday Travel
A strong arctic high-pressure system is bringing “life-threatening” cold and extreme weather to more than 20 states, sweeping from the Pacific Northwest to the Atlantic coastline.