Genesis WX

06/23/2026

We are still keeping a close eye on Friday. We will update again tomorrow morning but things seem to be showing a good possibility of storms. Granted we are still a few days out a lot of things can change

06/23/2026

There is no safe place outside during a thunderstorm. If a thunderstorm is occurring or nearby, seek shelter inside a sturdy enclosed structure. Your hard topped vehicle can also provide good shelter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFiXhJddC9w

06/23/2026

Southern Illinois is in for a warm and humid Friday, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the upper 70s and lower 80s. Skies will remain mostly cloudy, and scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected through the day, with rain chances ranging from 60% to 70%. Some storms may produce heavy downpours, leading to locally heavy rainfall across parts of the region. Stay weather-aware if you have outdoor plans. Things are trending towards possible severe weather, we will update on that as we get closer to the end of the week

06/22/2026

Illinois continues to lead the nation in tornado activity in 2026. Through June 21, preliminary data from NOAA's Storm Prediction Center shows a combined 196 tornado reports and confirmed tornadoes across the state this year. That's more than 110 ahead of any other state and underscores just how active the severe weather season has been across Illinois through the first half of the year. That puts Illinois at a new state record

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

TORNADO RELIEF EFFORT: A Mount Vernon business is stepping up to help families affected by Sunday night’s deadly tornado outbreak.

Mt. Vernon Winsupply is accepting donations today and plans to deliver a trailer full of supplies to the impacted communities later this evening. Needed items include bottled water, nonperishable food, personal hygiene products, blankets, pillows, work gloves, flashlights, and batteries.

The company is also collecting gift cards to assist the Thompson family as cleanup, recovery, and rebuilding efforts move forward.

Donations can be dropped off at Mt. Vernon Winsupply, located at 2230 Benton Road, until 4:30 p.m. Monday.
Phone # (618)244-3100

06/22/2026

Sorry we wasn't live we were having connection difficulties but we did get this. This is over mulkeytown valier rend lake and West of Ewing