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weather NWS severe Jefferson; Wayne; Perry; Franklin; Hamilton; Jackson; Williamson; Saline; Union; Perry; Bollinger; Cape Girardeau; Wayne; Carter; Ripley; Butler; Stoddard November 6, 2026 at 4:56 PM

Freeze Warning

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 possible.

* WHERE...Portions of the Ozark Foothills of southeast Missouri and south and southwest Illinois.

* WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 8 AM CST Saturday. For the Freeze Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The hard freezes will bring the growing season to an end.

Local conditions in Jefferson; Wayne; Perry; Franklin; Hamilton; Jackson; Williamson; Saline; Union; Perry; Bollinger; Cape Girardeau; Wayne; Carter; Ripley; Butler; Stoddard may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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