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Weather Alert

...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Daily Heat index values up to 106.

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

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ Friday.

* IMPACTS...Prolonged exposure to hot temperatures and high humidity
may cause heat illnesses.

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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Principal of student who died makes statement on loss

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By adwpadmin

MARION, IL (WSIL) -- Principal Ashleigh Benson of Washington Elementary has released a statement about the death of a student who was involved in an accident on his way home from school.

In the release, Principal Benson mourns the loss of the child, and offers help to any student who has having trouble processing the tragedy. "This loss is sure to raise many emotions, concerns, and questions for our school, especially our students," Principal Benson stated. "On Monday, we will have counselors available for any student who may need or want help or any type of assistance surrounding this loss."

The principal also asks parents to talk with their children about the death, saying "Listening to your child and acknowledging their feelings will be helpful."

Principal Benson asks parents who need any assistance to call the school at 618-993-8534