01 Jun 2020

Gov JB Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation for Cook County

By Rebecca Clark

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (June 1, 2020) — On May 31, Governor JB Pritzker signed a disaster proclamation for Cook County to expedite the use of state resources, personnel, and equipment to help the City of Chicago in its work to keep people safe.

15 Oct 2019

Four Days Remain for Local Governments, Nonprofits, Houses of Worship to Apply for Federal Public Assistance

By Rebecca Clark

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (October 15, 2019) — The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is reminding local governments, taxing-bodies, non-profits, and houses of worship that the deadline to apply for federal public assistance is October 19. Because October 19 is a Saturday, IEMA is encouraging applicants to complete the process by Friday, October 18. To apply for assistance, each organization must complete and submit a 

19 May 2019

Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Urges Residents to Use Extreme Caution during Flood Clean-up Process

By Rebecca Clark

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (May 17, 2019) — After historic flooding in northern Illinois, including a record-breaking crest in Rock Island County, the State of Illinois is urging residents in and around the flood-zones to take precautions as the clean-up begins. As residents begin to return home, it is important that people in these areas protect themselves from disease and other environmental hazards often associated with flood-waters.

19 May 2019

State Agencies to Assist Flood Victims through Flood Assistance Center in Rock Island County

By Rebecca Clark

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (May 17, 2019) — A Flood Assistance Center, also referred to as a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC), will open in Rock Island County next week to help residents get back on their feet following recent historic floods. The Flood Assistance Center is a one-stop-shop for flood victims to access disaster-related relief-services and information. The Flood Assistance Center brings together representatives from local and state agencies and essential support organizations.

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