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Disaster Declaration Issued By Pritzker for Storms June 29 – July 4th

By Tony Collins Jul 13, 2023 | 7:37 AM

Governor Pritzker is issuing a Disaster Proclamation after severe weather, tornadoes, and derecho hit parts of the state June 29th through July 4th. The proclamation is for Coles, Cook, Edgar, Hancock, McDonough, Morgan, Sangamon, and Washington Counties. The proclamation allows local entities increased access to state resources and emergency personnel who can assist in response and recovery efforts. Beginning June 29, several rounds of severe storms passed through Illinois producing heavy rainfall, flash flooding, hail, tornadoes, and straight-line winds.