Heavy rainfall from scattered thunderstorms is expected across the Southwest, Intermountain West, and Plains. Isolated dry thunderstorms may initiate additional fires across the west. The coastal Carolinas may experience flash floods in the coming days due to repeated thunderstorms. Additionally, a wave of intense summer heat will hit the Southern Plains and central Gulf Coast States this week. Read More >
Central Illinois
Weather Forecast Office
The National Weather Service issues forecasts and warnings to help save lives. However, in order for these to be effective, people must know what to do for protection from these hazards. It is important to have a plan of action BEFORE the event strikes, so you will be well prepared when the time comes.
Links to weather safety:
For Kids, Parents & Teachers
NASA Web Pages | |
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NASA's Climate Kids |
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NASA Kids' Club |
Other Web Pages | |
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FEMA for Kids |
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USGS Water Science School |
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Smithsonian Weather Lab |
National Weather Service Brochures
Many of these are in PDF format; you may need to obtain a PDF reader plug-in for your browser.
If you travel to other parts of the country, you may run into unfamiliar weather situations (e.g. hurricanes, rip currents, etc.). NWS's national headquarters has preparedness brochures for all types of weather. You can find them at the following link:
NWS Brochures, Posters & Booklets
Reference
US Dept of Commerce
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Weather Service
Central Illinois
1362 State Route 10
Lincoln, IL 62656
217-732-7321 (forecast recording) or 217-732-3089
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