Eagle Country 99.3

Lawrenceburg, IN Sunny 79°

Search Eagle Country 99.3

NWS Issues Excessive Heat Watch

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 7:51 AM

By Travis Thayer @eagle993

The watch goes into effect Sunday afternoon.

Shutterstock photo.

(Wilmington, Oh.) - Today is the first official day of Summer and it comes with an Excessive Heat Watch.

The National Weather Service has issued the Excessive Heat Watch for the tri-state area from Sunday afternoon through Tuesday evening.

Hot conditions are expected with heat index values up to 104 possible.

Sunday through Tuesday Forecast

Sunday: Sunny, high 94
Monday, Sunny, high 94
Tuesday: Sunny, high 94

Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

The NWS advises individuals to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

More from Local News

Lawrenceburg Police Officer Honored at Retirement Party

Thanks to Rodney Markland for his 22 years of service!
Ivy Tech Lawrenceburg Receives Gift from Duke Energy to Support Student Resource Shop

The resource shop, called Food for Thought, is fully staffed M-Th from 10-6 by Ivy Tech nursing students.
Road Closure Announced for Hogan Hill Road

The closure starts Monday, August 25.
UPDATE: Work Truck Crashes into Ravine in Petersburg

One person was killed, another injured.
West Nile Virus Activity Detected in Franklin County

State and local health officials are advising residents to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites.
Ripley Co. Sheriff's Office Improves Vehicle Fleet, Nearly Full Deputy Staffed

Good things are happening at the Sheriff's Office.

Veterans Events & Community Bulletin Board

Events

D&D at the Library
Calling all adventurers! Join us on Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. Welcome to new players and veterans alike!
Aug 25, 2025 at Lawrenceburg Public Library District
MILAN VFW BINGO
Bingo every Tuesday
Aug 26, 2025 at Milan Vfw Post6234
Dillsboro Storytime with Miss Tammy!
Make sure you are “On the Bus, Octopus” for Storytime this month!
Aug 26, 2025 at Dillsboro Public Library

Lawrenceburg Police Officer Honored at Retirement Party

Thanks to Rodney Markland for his 22 years of service!

Ivy Tech Lawrenceburg Receives Gift from Duke Energy to Support Student Resource Shop

The resource shop, called Food for Thought, is fully staffed M-Th from 10-6 by Ivy Tech nursing students.

Road Closure Announced for Hogan Hill Road

The closure starts Monday, August 25.

Week 1 High School Football Scores & Stats

Week 1 scores.

Local Sports Report - August 21, 2025

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

South Dearborn Names New Softball Head Coach

Mike Cutter revived the middle school program in 2023.

On Air

Alison Wiegand playing
Holly Dunn - Just As I Am - PEC ONLY

Ray Stevens Turn Your Radio On 7:35

Dan + Shay When I Pray for You 7:32

Mary Chapin Carpenter Why Walk When You Can Fly 7:28

Josh Turner For the Love of God 7:24