Update: New heat alerts issued for Kentucky

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - We’re seeing above-average temperatures to start off September. Highs in the upper 90s in the afternoon and humid conditions could lead to heat indices upwards of 100 degrees. UPDATE: Extreme Heat Warning issued from the National Weather Service for areas in western Kentucky including...

Extreme Heat Index Values Exceed 100 Degrees Wednesday Afternoon Across Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, and Kentucky With Evansville Reaching 104

ST. LOUIS, MO — Dangerous heat index values are set to climb well past 100 degrees across the tri-state region Wednesday afternoon, with forecasters warning of oppressive, potentially hazardous conditions spanning Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, and Kentucky. The extreme heat is expected to peak during the afternoon hours before gradually easing.

Local News: Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a Heat Advisory through Friday for the tri-state area, as a prolonged period of excessive heat settles over the region. Forecasters are expecting daily heat index values generally between 100 and 106 degrees, with actual temperatures climbing into the upper 90s to around 100 degrees later this week. And overnight temperatures won't provide much relief, with lows expected to remain in the mid-70s. Emergency officials are reminding residents to take the heat seriously, especially those who work or spend extended periods of time outdoors. Officials recommend drinking plenty of water, taking frequent breaks, and spending time in the shade or in air conditioning whenever possible. Residents should also watch for signs of heat-related illness, including muscle cramps or spasms, nausea, dizziness, weakness and fainting. Officials are reminding everyone to never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, even for a short period of time. And with the prolonged heat expected to continue, residents are encouraged to check on elderly family members, neighbors and others who may be particularly vulnerable to extreme temperatures.

Early morning weekend fire displaces four in Evansville

No injuries were reported to civilians or firefighters.

Brush fire in Daviess County causing visibility issues

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Firefighters are battling a brush fire in Daviess County. According to the KYTC, a brush fire in the right-of-way along U.S. 60 at the 26 mm in eastern Daviess County is causing visibility issues. This is between Iceland Road and Iceland Spur. Firefighters are on the scene. Officials say drivers are […]

Indiana Weather Alert | Severe Thunderstorm Warning

At 1143 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles southeast. of Santa Claus, or 18 miles northeast of Rockport, moving east at 30. HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts and small hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include…. Mainly rural areas...

Dangerous Heat Set to Return With St Louis, Evansville and Louisville Facing Heat Indices Up to 104 Degrees Along the Ohio River by Late August

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI — Summer heat is not done yet, with hotter trends anticipated to close out the month, as modeled heat indices for August 31 show readings climbing as high as 104 degrees in St. Louis and other communities along the Ohio River. Where the Heat Will Be...

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Several power outages reported throughout the Tri-State following overnight storms

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Overnight storms knocked out power to thousands in the Tri-State area. CenterPoint Energy officials say, as of 8 a.m. on Monday, they have over 2,400 customers without electricity and most of those are around Evansville, Darmstadt, Newburgh and Boonville. Owensboro Municipal Utility officials say they have...

“It’s amazing I’m alive”: Henderson family displaced after tree destroys home

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — The Fleck family is saying goodbye to their home of nearly 7 years following Sunday night’s storm after a massive 100 foot tree crashed into their home. Now, they’re turning to the community for support. Brittany Fleck says she’s lucky to be alive after one of the limbs came inches from […]

Family displaced after tree falls into Henderson home

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - The storms overnight Sunday into Monday morning did serious damage to a home in Henderson on Hi-Y Drive. The tree, described as about 100 feet tall and 20 feet wide, fell on the house around 2 a.m. when wind speeds up to 60 miles per hour knocked it down.

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Tree down near St. John’s Church in Newburgh after overnight storm

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - On Monday, viewers around the Tri-State have been sending in pictures of some storm damage from overnight. One viewer sent in a picture of a tree down along Frame Road in Newburgh right next to St. John’s Church below:. So far, there are no reports...