Illinois Declares State Disaster Amid Record Tornadoes | Chicago News

Illinois braces for recovery as Governor Pritzker declares a state disaster for 11 counties hit by relentless storms, tornadoes, and flooding — with over 170 confirmed tornadoes already this year, shattering records. The move unlocks critical state resources and streamlines access to federal aid, as officials scramble to assess damage from recent June storms and determine eligibility for FEMA and SBA assistance amid growing concerns about climate-driven weather extremes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d2caf3fd68d48db