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Streator Recovers: Tornado Relief Efforts Underway
18 Jun
Summary
- Resource center opens at Northlawn Junior High for storm victims.
- Streator approves emergency declaration for tornado cleanup funding.
- Over $9,000 raised for disaster relief and recovery efforts.
Streator is actively engaged in recovery operations after an EF-3 tornado caused significant damage. City leaders have unanimously approved an emergency declaration to facilitate funding for cleanup and restoration. A multi-agency resource center will open at Northlawn Junior High School, offering assistance to affected residents. Several state agencies, including the Secretary of State's office, are expected to be present to support the community.
The Streator Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund, managed by the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation, has garnered over $9,000. Utility crews are working diligently to restore power, though services to severely damaged homes remain a challenge. Approximately 80% of debris has been cleared, with volunteers expected to finish the remaining amount this weekend. The tornado injured seven people and impacted 44 structures, with nearly half classified as moderately damaged, majorly damaged, or destroyed.
