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Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Union County gives people a chance to sign up for alerts
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Union County officials have mentioned a free service to get emergency alerts. Officials say Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS) is a free service provided by Union County. In the event of an emergency or severe weather-related event, an alert will be sent to people via phone and/or email. KYTC's high water report for April 11, 2025 County officials say people can sign up here to get Union County alerts. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Flood warning: Massive ice jam causing concern in Lake County
LAKE COUNTY, Ohio (WJW) – A monstrous, mile-long, jagged ice jam on the Grand River has led to localized flooding and a flood warning until 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 1. 'When we get a 4 foot increase in the level of the river and then we have that ice on top of it, it tends to cause flooding,' said Painesville Fire Chief Tom Hummel. 'Because it jams the movement of the water and it also butts up against bridges and moves outside of the riverbanks.' The snarling blockade of ice has already caused flooding at the Yacht Club and Grand River marina, Kiwanis Recreation Park in Painesville and some homes in Fairport Harbor on Friday. 'We have the duty shifts out now checking some houses, just to make sure they're safe and if need be, we will help people evacuate and get them to a safe place,' said Fairport Harbor Fire Chief Bob Lloyd. NEW VIDEO: Officers respond to Cleveland Heights school bus engulfed in flames The crushing ice has been carrying off nearly everything in its path, including commercial dumpsters and large tackle boxes. Some boating enthusiasts worry it might damage docks and other structures. 'It's going to do some serious damage, I'm sure,' said John Pfouts, who went to the marina to check out the ice. Massive slabs of ice are literally being spit out by the river and lining the riverbank, but officials say absolutely do not go onto the river itself. Although the ice appears stable like a tundra, it is extremely dangerous. Senator Moreno promises action on group earning $750/hour A person could be easily crushed or beyond reach if the ice were to shift and they went underwater. 'That is the most dangerous ice. It's very soft, it will not support human weight,' said Chief Hummel. 'Over the last week, we've had several reports of people on the ice and when those calls come in, a number of fire departments respond automatically to assist each other and it puts a lot of people in jeopardy.' Officials are also advising those along the floodplain to be prepared to evacuate if necessary with a 'go bag' that contains clothing, important documents, medications, a cellphone and charger. Most importantly, they say people should sign up for the Lake County Emergency Management Agency Wireless Emergency Notification System or WENS. 'Stay vigilant if you live in an area that might be affected,' said Chief Lloyd. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Kauai
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the County of Kaua'i. The warning may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning means a severe thunderstorm is imminent. Severe thunderstorms have the potential to produce winds of 60 miles per hour. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. Ponding, low visibility, and other hazardous driving conditions are expected. For updates on road conditions and closures, please call 808-241-1725. Please do not call Kaua'i police 911 unless you have an emergency. For weather updates call the National Weather Service automated weather line at 808-245-6001, or visit the NWS website, To sign up for the Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS), the county's emergency notification service, please visit and click 'WENS.' You may also call the Kaua'i Emergency Management Agency at 808-241-1800. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
