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06/01/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 1 at 8:15AM CDT until June 1 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

SUMMARY:
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SVRPAH

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Pulaski County in southern Illinois...
Massac County in southern Illinois...
Southeastern Johnson County in southern Illinois...
North central Ballard County in western Kentucky...
Northwestern McCracken County in western Kentucky...

* Until 900 AM CDT.

* At 815 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from 6 miles south of Vienna to near Karnak, moving
southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Metropolis, Karnak, New Columbia, Joppa, New Grand Chain, and
Belknap.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 24 in Kentucky between Mile Markers 1 and 3.
Interstate 24 in Illinois between Mile Markers 21 and 38.

AFFECTS: Johnson, IL; Massac, IL; Pulaski, IL; Ballard, KY; McCracken, KY

INSTRUCTION: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/YwN50RM

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/1/26 8:15 AM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 6/1/26 9:00 AM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
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SVRPAH

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Pulaski County in southern Illinois...
Massac County in southern Illinois...
Southeastern Johnson County in southern Illinois...
North central Ballard County in western Kentucky...
Northwestern McCracken County in western Kentucky...

* Until 900 AM CDT.

* At 815 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from 6 miles south of Vienna to near Karnak, moving
southeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Metropolis, Karnak, New Columbia, Joppa, New Grand Chain, and
Belknap.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 24 in Kentucky between Mile Markers 1 and 3.
Interstate 24 in Illinois between Mile Markers 21 and 38.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/YwN50RM

05/30/2026

The City of Metropolis is deeply saddened by the passing of Alderman Chad Lewis.

Chad was a dedicated public servant who cared deeply about our community and worked to make Metropolis a better place for all who call it home. His service, commitment, and friendship will be remembered and appreciated by many.

On behalf of the City of Metropolis, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Chad’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. We ask the community to keep them in their thoughts and prayers as they mourn this tremendous loss.

Chad’s contributions to our city will not be forgotten, and he will be greatly missed.

05/25/2026

We have some exciting news to share, Metropolis! 🎉🚒
The Metropolis Fire Department is proud to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the FY26 Small Equipment Grant from the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal!

This grant funding is an incredible win for our department and our community. We will be using these funds to purchase brand-new structural firefighting gear for our crew.

Turnout gear is a firefighter's first line of defense against extreme heat, smoke, and hazardous environments. Investing in this new gear directly enhances the safety of our team on the front lines, ensuring they have the highest level of protection possible when responding to emergency calls across the city. Best of all, this grant allows us to secure this vital equipment without impacting our local municipal budget.

A massive thank you to the Illinois State Fire Marshal's Office for their continued support of local fire services and for investing in our mission to keep Metropolis safe!

Stay safe out there! 🧑‍🚒💪

05/15/2026

The Metropolis Fire Department is officially accepting applications for dedicated individuals ready to serve their community! If you are looking for a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a strong team culture, your opportunity starts here.

05/09/2026

Welcome to the family Luke and Andrew. We're thrilled to have you join us. These two took their oath of office today as the newest members to join our ranks. We look forward to fostering your growth and development.

05/06/2026

Could you or someone you know benefit from a smoke alarm device for the hearing impaired? If so, reach out to us by direct message to learn more.

04/30/2026

Last night at just before 9pm we were requested to respond to the Ohio River to search for a kayaker that hadn't been seen since just before dark. While our firefighters were getting our boat hooked up, we requested assistance from McCracken County Rescue to assist us. While we were getting into the water, we also had Marshall Co Emergency Management Agency coming as well to broaden our search abilities. Notifications were made to the United States Coast Guard sector command in Louisville. Our crews searched along both the Illinois and Kentucky banks of the river covering miles of shoreline. Nearly 4 hours into the search, we were told that the female stated she was going to Kentucky and would be back tomorrow. The woman was later located walking near the Interstate 24 West bound off ramp just after 2am by a sheriff's deputy. The woman advised the deputy that she reached the shoreline and walked to Walmart to get some cupcakes and walked back to Illinois.

04/28/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 27 at 11:39PM CDT until April 28 at 12:30AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

SUMMARY:
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SVRPAH

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northern Massac County in southern Illinois...
Central Pope County in southern Illinois...
Central Livingston County in western Kentucky...

* Until 1230 AM CDT.

* At 1139 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near New
Columbia, or 7 miles northwest of Metropolis, moving east at 40
mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Salem, Golconda, Burna, Joy, New Columbia, and Joppa.

This includes Interstate 24 in Illinois between Mile Markers 24 and
34.

AFFECTS: Massac, IL; Pope, IL; Livingston, KY

INSTRUCTION: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 500 AM CDT for southern
Illinois...and western Kentucky.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/MNZmuhZ

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Observed

EFFECTIVE DATE: 4/27/26 11:39 PM CST

EXPIRATION DATE: 4/28/26 12:30 AM CST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
----------------
SVRPAH

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northern Massac County in southern Illinois...
Central Pope County in southern Illinois...
Central Livingston County in western Kentucky...

* Until 1230 AM CDT.

* At 1139 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near New
Columbia, or 7 miles northwest of Metropolis, moving east at 40
mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Salem, Golconda, Burna, Joy, New Columbia, and Joppa.

This includes Interstate 24 in Illinois between Mile Markers 24 and
34.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/MNZmuhZ

04/27/2026

⚠️ URGENT: SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE FOR METROPOLIS ⚠️

Metropolis and Massac County is facing a significant severe weather threat today, Monday, April 27, 2026.

🕒 Timing & Threats
Storms are expected to move through our area this afternoon and tonight. The National Weather Service has highlighted several serious hazards for our region:

Strong Tornadoes: Potential for EF-2 or stronger tornadoes.

Large Hail: "Monster" hail (two inches or greater in diameter) is possible.

Destructive Winds: Straight-line winds could reach up to 70 mph.

Heavy Rainfall: Expect 1 to 2 inches of rain, which may cause localized flooding.

Impacts: Tree Damage likely, power line damage possible, shingle damage possible, outdoor furniture and loose objects blown around and possible damage to crops

📲 STAY INFORMED: SIGN UP FOR HYPER-REACH
Don't wait for the sirens to sound. Our Hyper-Reach system sends rapid, automated alerts directly to your phone the moment dangerous weather is detected for our specific area.

3 Easy Ways to Sign Up:

Text: Send the word ALERTS to 618-309-4304.

Online: Visit our community portal at hyper-reach.com/ilmetropolissignup.html.

App: Download the "Hyper-Reach Anywhere" app to receive alerts based on your current location.

💡 Safety First: When registering online, please include your street address to ensure you receive alerts specific to your neighborhood.

Please SHARE this post with your friends and family in Metropolis. Let’s make sure everyone is connected and prepared before the storms arrive tonight. Stay weather-aware! ⛈️🙌

04/18/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Cedar Lane Residents: The boil water order has been lifted by the city of Metropolis
Hear Audio Alert:https://hrpow.us/oR7RBzP

Address

213 West 7th Street
Metropolis, IL
62960

Telephone

+16185242121

Website

http://www.metropolisil.gov/

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