AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING SHOOTING IN POPLAR BLUFF
An investigation is underway into a shooting in Poplar Bluff.
According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, shortly after 3 pm on Tuesday, officers were dispatched to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center for a gunshot victim.
During the investigation, it was learned that the shooting occurred at a residence on North Main Street.
At the scene, officers found a second shooting victim.
Captain David Sutton with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tells KWOC that the investigation is ongoing and further details will be released as they become available.
FATAL FIRE UNDER INVESTIGATION IN NEW MADRID COUNTY
An investigation is underway following a fatal fire in Southeast Missouri.
According to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office, crews responded to the scene of a residential fire late Tuesday morning.
Officials say that there has been one confirmed fatality and another subject was transported to an area hospital for medical treatment.
The identities of the subjects have not been released.
The State Fire Marshal’s Office has been notified to assist in the investigation.
STEPS YOU SHOULD TAKE TO PREPARE FOR UPCOMING FREEZING TEMPERATURES
A big temperature drop is coming this weekend, with possible wind chills of below zero forecast, and there are multiple steps you can take today to make sure that you and your family are prepared.
According to the American Red Cross, families should have an emergency preparedness kit with basic supplies ready, just in case the worst happens and a winter storm knocks out power to your home.
The supplies should include one gallon of water per person per day, non-perishable and easy to prepare food, a flashlight, medications, a first aid kit, and copies of personal documents, among other items.
You could also take steps to prepare your home, including caulking and weather-striping doors and windowsills to keep cold air out.
When the cold air arrives, don’t forget about your water pipes. Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warmer air to circulate around your plumbing. Be sure to move any harmful cleaners and household chemicals up out of the reach of children.
When the weather is very cold outside, let the cold water drip from the faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through the pipe - even at a trickle - helps prevent pipes from freezing.
More safety information is available at redcross.org.
CIRCUS TO BE HELD IN POPLAR BLUFF THIS MONTH
Circus animals will be returning to Poplar Bluff later this month.
The Carden International Circus will be presenting the Spectacular Circus on January 30th and January 31st at the Black River Coliseum.
In addition to the aerialists, there will also be plenty of Carden Circus animals.
The show will begin at 6:30 pm with doors opening one hour before the show begins. Tickets are on sale at www.SpectacularCircus.com.
MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL TO PARTICIPATE IN HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS INITIATIVE
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is participating in an initiative this week to educate commercial motor vehicle drivers, motor carriers, law enforcement officers, and the general public about human trafficking, what signs to look for, and what to do in these situations.
Colonel Eric Olson says that motorists are often the first line of defense against human trafficking.
Signs of human trafficking are not always obvious, and may include:
Signs of psychological coercion, such as depression, anxiety, and/or an overly submissive attitude; Lack of control over his/her schedule, money, and/or items proving identification;
Coached/rehearsed responses to questions.
Olson says the Missouri State Highway Patrol is joining agencies across the United States and Canada for this Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance initiative.
If you notice something that you suspect is human trafficking, you can report it by calling 1-888-373-7888.
CULVERT REPLACEMENT SCHEDULED FOR TODAY IN STODDARD COUNTY
Route AA in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane today as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.
The section of roadway being reduced is located between Depot Road and Winfield Road in Bloomfield.
Weather permitting, work will take place today from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
