Chances for strong storms tonight

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Good afternoon, Heartland. Today will be our final day in the Excessive Heat Warning. Triple digit heat indices are expected today, so be sure to spend some time indoors to cool off and stay hydrated. As we approach the late afternoon and the evening, a cold front will begin to head into our area. This will increase the shower and storm chance later on. There will be a good amount of energy in the atmosphere to support a few strong storms to develop, and they would pose a gusty wind threat. There is a Level 1 outlook for a majority of the area, and there is a newly upgraded Level 2 for parts of southern Illinois.

Tree trimmer warns homeowners to inspect property after storms

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - A Heartland tree trimmer is urging homeowners to inspect the trees on their property following Wednesday night’s storm. Charles Blair, owner of Tree Line Trimming and Removal Services, said his team is working on five houses in the area. At one home, a...

Sunday Night Storms, Cooler for Monday

Isolated severe storms cannot be ruled out late Sunday evening and into early Monday. A Marginal Risk (Level 1 out of 5) of severe weather is in place for the majority of the viewing area. Damaging winds will be the main concern in the strongest storms. Latest Storm Alert Team...

Minor earthquake in New Madrid County

NEW MADRID COUNTY, Mo. (KAIT) — The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a magnitude 2.2 earthquake Saturday morning in New Madrid County. The USGS reported that the earthquake occurred at 7:06 a.m. on Aug. 15. It was centered about 4.4 miles north-northeast of Catron and 23.8 miles north-northeast of Sikeston.

First Alert: Tracking unsettled workweek pattern, break from extreme heat & humidity

(Heartland News) - We are getting a much-needed break from the extreme heat for the next few days. First Alert Chief Meteorologist Grant Dade says mostly clear skies will take over this evening as temperatures fall into the 70s during late evening hours. By morning, lows will settle into the middle to upper 60s.

Cape Girardeau officials address storm damage

Officials say work will likely continue through next week.

‘Home of the Missouri State Flag’ damaged by storm

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) -A piece of Missouri history was caught in the path of Wednesday night’s severe storms in Cape Girardeau. The historic Oliver-Leming House, widely known as the “Home of the Missouri State Flag,” sustained damage after a massive pecan tree in the front yard snapped and fell onto the structure.

Hot and Humid Sunday, Isolated Evening Storms

Sunday afternoon will feature another round of extreme heat for the Heartland, as feels-like temperatures could reach up to 115 degrees. An Extreme Heat Warning is in place until 8 p.m. CDT on Sunday, August 15. Feels-like temperatures across the region will be well above 100 degrees on Sunday afternoon,...

Extreme heat this weekend

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Good afternoon, Heartland. The Excessive Heat Warnings across the region continue into today with actual air temperatures ranging from the upper 90s to low 100s, and the heat indices will approach the 110s in some places. There will be plenty of sunshine as well, so make sure to stay safe in the dangerous heat. Tomorrow’s forecast tells a similar story as well.

Extreme Heat Warning still in effect

Good morning, Heartland! We will stay hot and humid through the weekend. The Extreme Heat Warning is still in effect, with heat indices near 115. The actual air temperature today will range from the mid to upper 90s. If you are out and about outside today, make sure to spend some time indoors and get a break from the heat to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Fallen trees block roads in Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Strong storms caused trees to fall and block roadways in Cape Girardeau. Part of Big Bend Road is blocked due to this downed tree. A downed tree on Perryville Road is blocking traffic. Stay tuned for updates from your First Alert Weather Team wherever...

Wednesday evening storms damage property and block roads

CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY, Mo. (Heartland News) - Homeowners, utility workers, and public workers are cleaning up after Wednesday evening storms snapped trees, downed powerlines, damaged property. Several streets and roads in Cape Girardeau County are closed while crews remove trees. The Gordonville Fire Protection District said fallen limbs from storms...

Cape Girardeau County Storm Damage

Storms late Wednesday and early Thursday, Aug. 20, caused widespread damage in Graves County, Ky. The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office has made multiple arrests stemming from an ongoing investigation into a parcel containing more than two pounds of suspected methamphetamine. Downtown Cape Sinkhole. Updated: Aug. 19, 2026 at 8:43...

Power outages linger after evening storms

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Strong Wednesday evening storms knocked out electricity to thousands of customers in the Heartland. Here is the number of customers without power as of 11:13 a.m. on Thursday, August 13. Ameren Missouri:. Cape Girardeau County: 2,766 customers. St. Francois County: 312 customers. Ameren Illinois:

First Alert: Dangerous heat and humidity this weekend

(Heartland News) - Today will be another hot day for all of us. The entire Heartland stays in an Excessive Heat Warning until Sunday for heat indices over 105 degrees. First Alert Meteorologist Joi Alon says the actual air temperature today will range from the mid to upper 90s. If...

Storm damage: Cleanup continues

Cape Splash cancels River Walking, Preschool Playtime due to storm damage

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center said it will not be open for River Walking or Preschool Playtime due to the significant storm damage. They said their goal is to open back up on Saturday or Sunday for their last weekend of the season. They...

First Alert Update: Breakdown of Wed. night's storm | Heartland Live Digital Desk

First Alert Chief Meteorologist Grant Dade and Meteorologist Joi Alon break down Wednesday night's storm in Cape Girardeau, Mo. and look ahead to the forecast for the rest of the week.

Sweltering Heat Continues To Rise

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Good morning, Heartland. A few isolated showers and storms are still lingering across the area, but those should dissipate by daybreak. The area of high pressure that has been causing this heat dome overhead will continue to strengthen over the next few days. This will cause the temperatures to climb higher, pushing into the upper 90s to 100 over the weekend.