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Effingham County Board Chairman Joshua Douthit issued a disaster proclamation to quickly mobilize resources, expedite procurement, and coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies in response to the tornado and severe weather affecting Effingham County.
Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a Disaster Proclamation for Sioux County, Iowa, following the detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1 HPAI) in a commercial flock of layer chickens. This marks the fourth poultry case this year and the first since June. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship urges poultry and livestock producers to enhance biosecurity measures and report any suspected cases to authorities. Symptoms of H5N1 HPAI in birds include sudden death, lethargy, decreased egg production, and respiratory issues.
WastewaterSCAN, a national monitoring system, launched an H5 avian influenza wastewater dashboard showing detections in several states, primarily Texas and Michigan. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Cherokee County following an avian flu outbreak at a turkey farm. The dashboard indicates positive detections in states with recent H5N1 outbreaks in dairy cows and poultry. The USDA reported additional H5N1 outbreaks in dairy herds, and the CDC posted a strategy for enhanced flu surveillance. Scientists also reported mammal-to-mammal transmission of H5N1 in Argentina's elephant seals.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a disaster proclamation effective through June 27 after bird flu was detected in a large flock in Sioux County, leading to the culling of over 4 million chickens. The state has improved its response efforts, including on-site handling of infected birds. While there have been two human cases of avian flu in the U.S. this year, the risk to the general public remains low. Residents are advised to report unusual symptoms in livestock to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.
Governor JB Pritzker has issued a disaster proclamation for several counties in Illinois, including Cook County and Chicago, after severe storms, heavy rains, and floods caused extensive damage. The proclamation will make it easier for affected cities and towns to access state resources and emergency personnel for response and recovery efforts. The city of Chicago has received numerous flooded basement complaints, particularly on the West Side, Far Northwest Side, and Far South Side.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has issued a disaster proclamation for several counties, including Cook County, after severe weather and flooding hit the state in late June and early July. The storms, which included hail, tornadoes, and a derecho, caused extensive damage to crops, buildings, and infrastructure. Flash-flooding and debris on roadways were also reported. The proclamation aims to mobilize resources and provide relief to affected residents.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has issued a disaster proclamation for several counties impacted by severe weather, including heavy rains, flash flooding, hail, and tornadoes. The proclamation will provide greater access to state resources and emergency personnel for the affected areas, which saw extensive damages and disruptions to transportation. The move comes after criticism from Chicago leaders and residents over the state's response to flooding, with calls for transparency and additional resources.
Counties along the Mississippi River are bracing for potentially record-breaking flood levels due to melting snow and heavy rain. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for 10 counties along the river, unlocking state resources for recovery and cleanup efforts. Residents are urged to prepare for possible flooding by having an evacuation plan, packing an emergency kit, staying informed about flood forecasts, and following guidance from local officials. The National Weather Service predicts peak flood conditions are still days away, with at least 13 counties expected to experience near record-breaking crests.
An EF3 tornado with winds of at least 136 m.p.h. struck the area of Keota in southeast Iowa, causing widespread damage and destroying at least nine homes. No serious injuries have been reported. Governor Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for 12 Iowa counties impacted by Friday’s severe weather, including Washington and Keokuk Counties.