Flood Warnings have been issued for portions of the Grand River. At Pattonsburg, the river is expected to rise above flood stage of 25 feet at about 7:00 pm today, cresting at 27.8 feet at about 1:00 am and falling back below flood stage at about 8:00 am Thursday At Chillicothe, the river is expected to rise above flood stage […]
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The weather has delayed a few of the Chillicothe Street Projects. Street Superintendent Jeff Gillespie says one of the projects was just completed. Irving Street near the Museum reopened Wednesday afternoon. In addition, the work on Woodrow between Clay and Third Street is waiting to begin. That project includes relocating a gas line and the reconstruction of the street.
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From the mid 80’s on Tuesday afternoon to a FREEZE WARNING for Thursday morning… the weather can certainly change quickly. The National Weather Service issues a Freeze Warning for much of Northwest Missouri, including Livingston, Linn, Sullivan, Grundy, Daviess, and Caldwell Counties in the local area. Temperatures tonight could drop to 30 degrees or lower. If you have been doing […]
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The final day of Severe Weather Awareness Week is for Flooding. There are a couple of types of flooding we deal with in the area, Flash Flooding and River Flooding. Meteorologist Pamela Pietrycha says Flash Flooding can happen quickly and can hide the dangers we would face. The second type of flooding is River Flooding, and this occurs when we […]
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School Closings and late starts for Friday, March 11th. . Chillicothe R-II – CLOSED Grand River Technical School – CLOSED Southwest Livingston Co. R-I – CLOSED Tina/Avalon – CLOSED – AMI Hale – CLOSED Marceline – CLOSED Breckenridge – CLOSED Braymer – CLOSED
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Snow totals will be less than first expected, but the winter weather continues to move through the area today. The Winter Storm Warning remains in place until 6:00 am Friday. Meteorologist Sara Atkins says the total snow expected is cut back just a bit. Atkins still recommends caution if you are traveling. Give yourself plenty of time to reach your […]
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As Severe Weather Preparedness Week Continues, the topic for today is Hail and Wind. National Weather Service Meteorologist Pamela Pietrycha says hail can be dangerous to people and property. One of the criteria that indicates a severe Thunder Storm is large hail. Pietrycha says large hail is any hail that measures 1 inch or large. Wind is another factor in […]
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Schools that are CLOSED or STARTING LATE Thursday, March 10, due to the weather. Chillicothe R-II – CLOSED Grand River Technical School – CLOSED Bishop Hogan Schools – CLOSED United Methodist Preschool – CLOSED Verelle Peniston State School – CLOSED Braymer – CLOSED Breckenridge – CLOSED Brookfield – CLOSED Livingston Co. R-III (Chula) – CLOSED – AMI SW Livingston Co. […]
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As Severe Weather Awareness and Preparedness week continues, Lightning is the topic for today. National Weather Service Meteorologist Pamela Pietrycha says lightning can be dangerous, even from a distance. When storms are in the area, prepare to take cover. Thursday, the topics are Hail and Wind Safety.
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Tornadoes and Severe Thunderstorms usually have two types of notifications. National Weather Service Meteorologist Pamela Pietrycha says pay attention to the watches and warnings. Pietrycha says when a Tornado Warning is issued, it is time to take cover. If you are in a mobile home, go to your storm shelter or a neighbor’s house. If traveling, drive away from the […]
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