CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.(KBSI) — Businesses in downtown Cape Girardeau are picking up the pieces after a powerful storm swept through the area overnight, leaving behind significant damage. On Spanish Street, debris covered the sidewalks as shop owners cleaned up the aftermath. One of them was Charles Bertrand, with the Spanish Street Mercantile, who worked late covering his broken window. “We…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Many businesses in the Cape Girardeau area are cleaning up after they took a direct hit from last night’s storms. Liz Haynes is the Executive Director of Old Town Cape Inc and she talks about the community coming together and helping neighbors. “Ya know it’s just been so encouraging rallying around in support, just down…
CHRISTOPHER, Ill., (KBSI) — A firefighter was rescued quickly after becoming trapped by a collapsing porch during a house fire Wednesday morning. The dramatic rescue was captured on body camera video by the Christopher Police Department, which showed officers rushing to free the trapped firefighter. The firefighter suffered only minor injuries in the incident. (Source: WFCN- Swinford Media Group) Categories:…
There is another threat for severe storms tonight. The risk is higher the further south you go. For the latest severe weather alerts, go HERE. For up to the minute radar, go HERE. For a live look from our weather cam network, go HERE. And we would love to see video of any storm footage you may get (safely!). You can upload that…
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Three deputies narrowly escaped injury when a tornado tore through western McCracken County on Tuesday evening. The deputies, staged in two vehicles at a church, were caught off guard as the tornado approached. Their in-car cameras captured the twister’s arrival and passage. Video footage shows the two vehicles, parked in opposite directions, as the tornado…
MURPHYSBORO, Ill., (KBSI) — A collision between a car and a horse-drawn buggy Thursday morning sent two juveniles to a St. Louis hospital with life-threatening injuries. The crash occurred around 8:16 a.m. on Illinois 127 near Caraway Road in rural Murphysboro. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, a gray 2015 Nissan Sentra driven by Jawone Newell struck the buggy…
PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) — Strong thunderstorms are sweeping through the FOX23 area, and local residents are seeking safety at emergency shelters. Two weeks ago, Perry County did not have a storm shelter. Today, residents are finding refuge at the Perryville Global Methodist Church where they feel safe. The Perryville Global Methodist Church has become a vital resource for families during…
The first wave of storms is through and we had quite a bit of severe weather come with it. We’re not done, either. We have a few more days of severe weather and heavy rain in the forecast. The storms from Wednesday night left a trail of storm reports. Several tornadoes, hail, and damage was reported. There is another threat…
DELTA, Mo. — Emergency responders are going door-to-door in Delta, Missouri, after a suspected tornado touched down in the area. A large first responder presence is currently on scene, assessing the safety and well-being of residents. Most roads leading into Delta are currently blocked off. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area, allowing emergency personnel to work effectively….
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) – Butler County emergency management agency is preparing for possible flooding this week and bringing in help from Arkansas. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District was in Poplar Bluff Wednesday afternoon where they used their automated sandbagging machine to fill bags. They said with dry sand their machine can fill up to 1,000…
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI(KBSI) – Severe storms are predicted to go through the FOX23 viewing area and local law enforcement says citizens should be alert, aware, and know where they are going before it arrives. The National Weather Service strongly encourages citizens to have a weather radio close for weather updates in case the power goes out and have a safe shelter. Bobby…
A TORNADO WATCH is in place for all of the KBSI viewing area. The National Weather Service has issued a PDS (Particularly Dangerous Situation) Tornado Watch through midnight tonight, April 3, 2025. Long track tornadoes, large hail, and damaging wind is possible as storms move through. Have a plan and be prepared. These storms will be very dangerous. For the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Police are investigating a shots fired incident that occurred Monday evening in the 1100-block of William Street. According to authorities, officers responded to the scene at approximately 7:30 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire via ShotSpotter and from several citizens. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the victim, who stated that he was driving in…
We have a significant threat for tornadoes likely across our area tonight, some of which could be long-track and strong. The latest forecast can be found HERE, as of Wednesday morning (April 2, 2025). Go over with family and co-workers what to do in the event of a Tornado Warning for your area – day or night. Outdoor sirens can…
A rare HIGH RISK for severe weather has been put in place for much of the KBSI viewing area. Severe weather is likely this afternoon and evening. A significant severe weather event looks to play out. A tornado outbreak is expected, with numerous tornadoes and long-track EF-3+ tornadoes appearing likely. Severe wind and very large hail will also be possible….
VIENNA, Ill. (KBSI) – Storms that hit the Midwest in mid-March left a trail of destruction, particularly in Vienna, Illinois, where residents saw their roofs torn off and were left with limited options for shelter. As more storms loom tomorrow, neighboring towns in southern Illinois are bracing for what’s ahead. Residents can’t control the weather, but they can prepare in…
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) – Survivors of recent tornadoes are preparing for more severe weather in Southeast Missouri. Butler County residents – hit by two tornadoes in a single month – are now facing the possibility of severe storms Wednesday, and into the weekend. The mid-March EF-3 tornado that destroyed hundreds of homes and other properties was followed by an…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A flag that once flew over the 1140th Engineer Battalion headquarters on September 11, 2024, now serves as a powerful symbol of remembrance and sacrifice for first responders in Cape Girardeau. Patrolman Matt Tisher of the Cape Girardeau Police Department spoke about the deep meaning this flag holds for him and his fellow officers. “All…
(KBSI)- Two separate road projects are set to impact traffic in Texas County, Missouri, and Paducah, Kentucky. In Texas County, Route 17 will be reduced to one lane with a 10-foot width restriction as construction crews perform pavement improvements. The work will take place between Route AW near Robey, Missouri, and Route 63 in Houston, Missouri, and is expected to…
A potentially very dangerous weather pattern is setting up for our area by Wednesday. But the weather threats (especially flooding) are a major concern as well through the weekend, too. THREAT OF SEVERE WEATHER Our entire region in Tuesday afternoon’s latest update from the Storm Prediction Center still has in a MODERATE (Level 4 of 5) RISK for severe weather…
(Source: Callie Todaro)PERRY COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) — A thunderstorm struck again in Perry County, causing significant damage to the Saxon Lutheran Memorial Visitor Center after it was hit by lightning late last night. The fire destroyed the building, which had long been a key historical landmark in the area. The Saxon Lutheran Memorial, which preserves the history of German immigration…
ULLIN, Ill., (KBSI) – A severe storm system swept through the area over the weekend, causing damage to the Shawnee Community College baseball field. According to executive director of public information Kevin Hunsperger, the newly installed scoreboard — put in place less than a week ago — was among the casualties. “They were able to get it up on Thursday….
ULLIN, Ill. (KBSI) – Century Schools #100 were closed on Monday March 31, 2025 after evening storms left damage to the schools building. Landon Sommer is the Superintendent for the Century School District #100 in Ullin, Illinois. He says he received a message that the school had taken a hit after storms passed through several parts of Southern Illinois. “I…
Tuesday will be a quiet day, but it’s the last quiet day for quite a while. Flood Watches are in place with significant rain possible. Scroll down to see that information. After starting the day in the 30s, most of us will get to or just above average. On Wednesday, the heat gets cranked up and so does the wind….