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Time of India
18-06-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Tornado warning issued in several counties - Americans living in these areas must take note
A tornado warning has been issued in several places in Central Illinois area of the USA. The National Weather Service says storms could become stronger over the next few hours. A Tornado Watch is active for most of Central Illinois until 4 p.m. CT Wednesday. This means tornadoes might happen, as per the reports. Strong storms are coming from the west and will get stronger as they move eastward. News Channel 20 reports that strong thunderstorms may start in the next 5 to 6 hours. Even one small storm could become a big thunderstorm or even a tornado. The biggest danger today is strong winds, not tornadoes or hail, as per the reports by WAND News. The strongest storms are expected to hit the I-57 corridor in Illinois during the afternoon hours. Expected to move around between 3pm to 4 pm, areas on the eastern side of I-57 are at the highest risk. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Experts Urge Seniors With Muscle Loss To Take This Key Nutrient Daily Native Creatine Learn More Undo The response time to the storms and the movement towards shelter needs to be just a few minutes as its expected to move at a very fast rate. After 5 p.m., only light, scattered showers are expected into the night. Thursday and Friday will be much calmer. The weekend will be hot and humid, and heat advisories might be issued, according to the report by WAND News. What's happening in the St. Louis region? The tornado watch was cancelled for most of the St. Louis area by Wednesday afternoon. As of 12:30 p.m., only a few Illinois counties in the St. Louis region is still under a tornado. A tornado warning was issued for northern St. Louis region until 11:30 a.m., including Pike County, Illinois. Live Events It was also issued for Pike County, Missouri, but that was cancelled later. In northwestern Calhoun County, law enforcement confirmed a damaging tornado. Wednesday evening more severe storms are expected. A Weather Impact Alert is in effect until 10 p.m, as reported by 5 On Your Side. The Storm Prediction Center says most of the area has a medium risk level 2 or 3 out of 5 for severe weather today. Even though storms are expected, not everyone will see strong ones. The storms today may not be as intense as earlier in the spring, as per the report by 5 On Your Side. FAQs Q1. What is a Tornado warning? It means a tornado is happening or seen, take shelter immediately. Q2. When will the storms come? Some could come within the next hour and may last until around 4 p.m.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
St. Louis moves to buy more than 100 vacant properties after developer's broken promises
After years of stalled promises and crumbling properties, St. Louis officials are taking matters into their own hands. The city of St. Louis is looking to purchase more than 100 vacant properties on the city's north side, most of which are owned by Paul McKee's Northside Regeneration LLC. But according to 5 On Your Side that wishful thinking is turning into a nightmare. I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Americans with upside-down car loans owe more money than ever before — and drivers can't keep up. Here are 3 ways to cut your monthly costs ASAP According to the Northside Regeneration website, the company planned "a large-scale and holistic transformation of a two-square-mile section of north St. Louis City." It claimed the development would create 43,000 construction jobs and 22,000 permanent jobs. Internet archives show that the Northside Regeneration project has been in the works since at least 2009, but city officials say the developer has failed to follow through on those promises. Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, who represents Ward 14, emphasized the long history of stalled development in the area and the frustration it has caused residents. "Paul McKee isn't somebody that just popped up on the scene,' he told reporters. 'This has been a man who has been buying property in my neighborhood since I was a kid and hasn't done anything with it. He's been sitting on them letting them crumble." Aldridge added the failed development plan is not just about unrealized dreams — leaving the properties vacant also puts residents at risk. Last year, St. Louis Mayor Tihsaura Jones signed a bill to allow economic redevelopment in the area. The St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC), working through the Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority, has begun efforts to reclaim these properties through a buyout process. Over the past two months, the city has sent offers to purchase 146 properties, with the first round including 87 properties and the second round adding another 59. Officials are collectively offering over $1 million for the properties, giving owners 60 days to accept or reject the offer. If property owners refuse, the city may use eminent domain to purchase the undeveloped properties. Either way, Aldridge sees it as a win for St. Louis residents. "To have a process where we can get some of these beautiful brick buildings in north St. Louis either rehabbed and some that can't be demolished and figure out what is the next step, I think is a huge positive thing," Aldridge said. According to 5 On Your Side, the city's plan also includes 59 properties in Jeff-Vander-Lou and St. Louis Place. Read more: Gold just hit a historic high of $3,000/ounce on Trump's tariff moves — while US stocks got slaughtered. Here's 1 simple way to prevent more pain within minutes For homeowners in north St. Louis, the city's buyout plan could significantly impact property values. Renovating long-neglected properties and introducing new developments could help stabilize or increase home values by improving the area and bringing jobs. Vacant buildings often contribute to crime, lower demand and declining property values — issues the city hopes to address with this initiative. However, some residents are concerned about gentrification. If redevelopment leads to high-end housing or commercial projects, long-time residents could face rising property taxes and increased living costs, potentially pricing them out of their own neighbourhood. The city's plan is a major step in St. Louis' broader efforts to revitalize the north side, but, officials have yet to disclose specific redevelopment plans. The city is engaging residents through community meetings and collaborative neighborhood planning. 'These neighborhood plans will help to proactively guide development that benefits all of our residents and community members,' said Don Roe, executive director of the City's Planning & Urban Design Agency. Whether the city's buyout effort will succeed remains to be seen. For now, homeowners and residents in north St. Louis are watching closely, hoping this initiative leads to meaningful change after decades of broken revitalization promises. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Protect your retirement savings with these 5 essential money moves — most of which you can complete in just minutes This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
