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Kewanee/Wethersfield Townships Declared Local State of Emergency
The Henry County Office of Emergency Management has declared a local state of emergency for Kewanee and Wethersfield Townships. Residents in these areas who are uninsured or underinsured and do not have the physical ability to clear downed trees from their property, may request assistance from the Henry County Office of Emergency Management. The Henry County OEM has partnered with local non-profit to provide tree cutting services for qualifying residents. “This is an offer for physical assistance, and not a financial benefit.”
Damage reports, power outages across Quad Cities, surrounding areas after storm Monday
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Quad Cities and surrounding areas had tornado warnings in effect on Monday night, during a storm that brought high winds to the area. Monday was a First Alert Day thru 11 p.m. for high heat and severe storms, which hit the area throughout the day and into the evening.
National Weather Service: Derecho caused storm damage, including in Knox County
The round of severe weather hitting a large part of the Midwest Monday night including Knox Country was, indeed, a derecho. The National Weather Service and the Storm Prediction Center made that official Tuesday. Forecasters define a derecho is widespread long-lived wind storm associated with a band of rapidly-moving showers...
Cities impacted by severe weather implement debris collection sites
KEWANEE, Ill. (KWQC) - A storm that moved across Iowa and Illinois into Indiana and Ohio has been classified as a derecho by the Storm Prediction Center. A derecho is defined as a line of intense, widespread, and fast-moving windstorms, that sometimes include thunderstorms. The storm moves across a long distance and includes damaging winds.
Ameren provides information on storm recovery efforts
Ameren Illinois crews have been busy safely restoring power across central and northern Illinois after a severe storm packing high winds knocked out power to nearly 64,000 customers in multiple counties, Monday, July 15. On Tuesday morning, Ameren reported over 3,000 Kewanee customers were without electricity. The company activated its...
Trash and Recycling Pickup Delayed One Day in Kewanee
In Kewanee, residents face a delay in trash collection services due to the aftermath of a severe storm. The storm, which caused considerable damage throughout the area, has pushed back garbage pickup schedules by a day. This adjustment gives public works teams the necessary time to clear debris from roads and work on restoring power safely across the community. Authorities urge locals to stay clear of downed power lines and avoid visiting the storm-damaged cemetery until cleanup efforts are concluded. Public safety remains a priority as the town recovers from the storm’s impacts. The transfer station is closed due to a power outage. Authorities ask people not to drive around barricades and through caution tape.
Outbreak of Gastrointestinal Disease from Wildlife Rehab Facility in Rock Island County
According to public health officials, at least 12 individuals from Iowa and four Illinois counties have been identified with a probable or confirmed diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis following contact with raccoons at Pat’s Bandits in Hillsdale. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are working with public health authorities in Rock Island and Iowa to investigate an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis, a gastrointestinal disease, in persons helping at a Rock Island County wildlife rehabilitation facility. Authorities are advising anyone who visited the center between June 22nd and July 3rd, 2024, and is experiencing symptoms to seek immediate medical care and testing to prevent further spread of the infection. The center is cooperating with the investigation to ensure appropriate measures are taken to address the health concern.
Next ‘Hike the Hennepin’ on July 21
July’s Friends of the Hennepin Canal "Hike the Hennepin" event will be held on Sunday, July 21st and covers the stretch of canal from Bridge 33 to Bridge 28 in Atkinson. This portion of the “Hike the Hennepin” is 4.1 miles in length and has been named the “Leopard Frog.”
Tampico Days to Feature a Variety of Activities
A fun-filled weekend awaits as Tampico Days kicks off on Thursday, July 18th and runs through Sunday, July 21st. Festivities will include fireworks, a parade, cars and tractors, live music, food, drinks, dancing, shopping, a petting zoo, tours, and tons of fun for the kids!. The celebration starts on Thursday...
New Water Treatment Plant Online in Prophetstown; City Sells One New Lot
The water treatment plant on Buttercup Lane is completely online, operational, and EPA approved, reported Public Works Director Brian Strike. The city is planning to hold an open house for the community within the month and will announce the date when scheduled. Read about the project’s progress in this AroundPtown report from December 2023.
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