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Weather Alert

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CDT /1 PM EDT/ TODAY TO
7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values 100 to 108 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western
Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.

* WHEN...From noon CDT /1 PM EDT/ today to 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/
Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The first prolonged stretch of heat and
humidity of the season will amplify health impacts. Health impacts
will build with each successive day in the heat and humidity.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

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How to pick the best Christmas tree

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By Kenzie Dillow

BUNCOMBE (WSIL)---If you are looking for a Christmas tree this year, there are things to watch for before taking it home.

Experts say you have to find the tree that's right for your home.

Make sure it's not too tall, and make sure the branches are strong enough to support your ornaments.

Allen Tree Farm's Lot Manager, Nick James, said there's no such thing as an ugly Christmas tree.

"It's personal preference, pick what you like. Make sure that it'll fit in your space. Have an idea of how tall of a tree you want. You know, even if you have an 8 foot ceiling, doesn't necessarily mean you want an 8 foot tall tree. You might want something 5 or 6 feet, and that's fine. And once you've bought that tree, make sure you keep it watered," said James. 

James also said you should also look out for curved trunks at the base.

Those trees might not be as stable once they're in your home.