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Scott County EMA
Monday May 30th, 2022 :: 09:38 a.m. CDT

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

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