Alert
LAKE WIND ADVISORY 10 AM TO 7 PM
South winds around 15 mph with gusts 20 to 25 mph across all of southeast Missouri, southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, and western Kentucky from 10 AM this morning until 7 PM this evening. Strong winds and rough chop on area lakes will pose a heightened risk for recreational boaters enjoying the holiday on area lakes and waterways. A Lake Wind Advisory indicates that winds will cause rough chop on area lakes.
Instructions:
Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing. Wear a Lifejacket.
Address/Location
Scott County EMA
131 S Winchester St
Benton, MO 63736
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 573-545-3549
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Moderate - Possible threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- High Wind Watch