Occurred Nov 6, 2026, 4:56:00 PM UTC

First published Nov 7, 2026, 12:32:15 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 7, 2026, 12:32:15 AM UTC

Snow, ice and extreme cold

Freeze Watch — NWS Paducah KY

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Freeze Watch issued November 6 at 10:56AM CST until November 8 at 8:00AM CST by NWS Paducah KY

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The National Weather Service issued a Freeze Watch for portions of southeast Missouri and south and southwest Illinois, with sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30°F possible Saturday evening through Sunday morning. The alert says freeze conditions could harm crops, sensitive vegetation, and unprotected outdoor plumbing.

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Affected location: Ozark Foothills of southeast Missouri and south and southwest Illinois

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The alert describes a potential freeze affecting multiple counties in Missouri and Illinois.

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