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July 13, 2017
News Release
Brooke Hooker, Communications Coordinator
Alex Carr, Communications Specialist
communications@lakecountyil.gov
847.377.7100
Lake County Board Chairman Proclaims State of Emergency Due to Significant Flooding
On Wednesday, July 12, 2017, Lake County Board
Chairman Aaron Lawlor signed a proclamation declaring that severe flooding has
created a disaster in Lake County, Illinois. The proclamation was signed
late Wednesday night, and sent to Governor
Rauner and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency.
We expect the Des Plaines and Fox Rivers to
crest above major flood level on Saturday, July 15. The Lake County Emergency
Operations Center is actively monitoring river levels and weather forecasts. We
are also coordinating with local jurisdictions and partners to ensure resources
are getting to where they need to go.
In addition to rising river levels, many
communities are also experiencing localized flooding. Widespread flooding has
compromised roadways and other public works infrastructure.
Chairman Lawlor said, “I want to thank our
public works staff, first responders, volunteers and neighbors across Lake
County who are helping us respond to what is expected to be a record flood. The
past 24 hours have been very challenging for the residents of Lake County as we
respond to the flood. Once the waters recede, recovery, clean-up, and damage
assessment will continue for weeks. It’s important to remember we are all in
this together.”
Watch for updates on Lake County's
Facebook page. We will be posting information as the situation develops.
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