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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

...Funnel clouds will be possible through this afternoon...

There have been reports of funnel clouds today. These funnels
are developing underneath a few showers that are moving across the
area. Underneath these showers...spinning columns of air that
look like tornadoes may continue to develop. These funnels usually
are very brief and rarely touch the ground. If these funnels do
touch down...they most likely will not cause damage to life or
property.

These funnels are due to cooler air aloft...warm moist air near
the ground...and are usually in association with a strong area of
low pressure in the upper levels of the atmosphere. Due to little
or no wind shear...they are usually weak and very brief.

Heat index 105 to 110 Friday, relief arrives next week

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CARTERVILLE (WSIL) � The Excessive Heat Warnings remains in effect until Sunday evening as the combination of heat and humidity will once again put the heat index back in the triple digits Friday afternoon. 

Morning temperatures are already in the low 70s and with less cloud cover expected Friday, temperatures will likely push into the low to mid 90s. The heat index during the peak of the afternoon will top 105 degrees Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. While the afternoon will be the worst of the conditions, the high humidity keeps nighttime temperatures from cooling off much. 

� Never leave pets/kids inside a parked car

� Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated

� Reduce strenuous activities, especially during the afternoon

� Find as much shade and/or air conditioning as possible

� If outside, wear lightweight, light-colored clothing

Heat index 105 to 110 Friday, relief arrives next week

A cold front will sweep through the region Sunday night and bring relief in the way of cooler temperatures and lower humidity early next week. 

Meteorologist Nick Hausen has the latest forecast on News 3 This Morning.