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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

...Patchy, Locally Dense Fog Likely Early This Morning...

A humid air mass and light winds will make fog development likely
this morning, especially in low-lying areas and places which
received rainfall over the past 24 hours. Visibility's may drop
to 1/4 mile in some places. Motorists should exercise caution and
be prepared for sudden changes in visibility over short distances.
Remember to slow down, use your low-beam headlights, and allow
extra time to reach your destination.

The fog will gradually mix out by 8 AM. Stay tuned to NOAA all
hazards weather radio and your local media for the latest updates.

Harrah's Hotel & Casino in Metropolis closes due to flooding

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By Jon Okerstrom

METROPOLIS, Ill. (WSIL) -- Harrah's Hotel & Casino in Metropolis have closed their doors due to flooding of the Ohio River.

Harrah's closed their doors at 5 p.m. on April 6. Team members have reached out and notified hotel guests who have reservations which have been canceled during the closure.

Hotel and casino staff members are monitoring river levels along the Ohio River and will reopen after flood levels have dropped.

As of 11:30 a.m. on April 7, the Ohio River gauge at Paducah is at 45.39 feet. This is expected to rise and crest on April 16, at 49.5 feet in the moderate flooding stage.

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