Gov. JB Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation Monday after four more people tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the state’s total cases to 11.

“A disaster proclamation is an operational procedure that opens up a substantial set of federal and state resources and tools,” Pritzker said. “It allows our state disaster relief fund to cover the costs related to our preparations and our response.”

Illinois can request more medical experts and on-site support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Pritzker also said the proclamation qualifies...

 Something to consider before the next Flood season.

What is the difference between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning issued by the National Weather Service?

• Tornado Watch: Be Prepared! Tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. Review and discuss your emergency plans and check supplies and your safe room. Be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued or you suspect a tornado is approaching. Acting early helps to save lives! Watches are issued by the Storm Prediction Center for counties where tornadoes may occur. The watch area is typically large, covering numerous counties or even states.

• Tornado Warning: Take Act...

GUIDELINES FOR THE ACTIVATION OF

OUTDOOR WARNING SYSTEMS

For Vermilion County Communities

Effective April 10, 2010

Purpose

The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to Vermilion County municipalities for the activation of community outdoor warning systems. This guidance is not a policy statement, but is presented to serve as a foundation on which a common approach can be used to provide warning of impending danger to county residents.

Legal Basis for Warning

The issuance of warning, and the approved signals that are used to convey that warning, as well as the procedures used to test those s...

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