SUMMARY: A significant weather change is expected Wednesday as temperatures dip closer to November norms. Meanwhile, a bomb cyclone is intensifying in the Pacific Northwest, paralleling an atmospheric river that will soon grab headlines. This explosive storm, equivalent to a category 4 hurricane, has dropped nearly 60 millibars in 24 hours, resulting in extreme winds, waves, and rainfall. The atmospheric river is bringing a narrow band of tropical moisture stretching over 4,000 miles, leading to anticipated rainfall of 8-12 inches in valleys and substantial snowfall in higher elevations. Cold air will follow but won’t linger long, allowing for a warm-up by the weekend.

A significant weather change is expected on Wednesday as temperatures dip closer to November norms. However, this shift is minor compared to the massive storm hitting the Pacific Northwest.

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SUMMARY: An E. coli outbreak linked to Andre’s Banquets and Catering has sickened over 90 people across five events, with salad suspected as the source. St. Louis County Health Department reports at least 94 cases, including a hospitalized 15-year-old boy whose mother warns of the outbreak’s seriousness. Three lawsuits have been filed against the catering company, as families express outrage over the owner’s denial of responsibility. A food safety lawyer notes that E. coli is easily transmissible, urging caution. State workers have removed salad samples from Andre’s for testing, with results expected soon.

Three parents of high school students are now suing the catering company linked to the outbreak.

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SUMMARY: Months after last July’s severe flooding in the Metro East, many residents still need aid. FEMA has extended the application deadline to December 13 for online and phone applications. In-person assistance is available at the Kokia Heights Fitness Center until this Friday. Over $14 million has been distributed to more than 28,000 households across seven counties, with significant aid for St. Clair County. Many residents are encouraged to document their damages for easier processing. Washington County received federal support for the first time, and both individuals and small businesses are urged to apply for financial assistance.

Homeowners and renters who suffered damage or loss from July flooding have additional time to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA has extended the application deadline to Dec. 13, 2024, for residents in Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will and Winnebago counties.

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