The National Weather Service is closely watching the area’s river levels with flooding issues a concern statewide. Governor Pat Quinn Thursday issued a state of emergency to provide local governments with needed assistance.

The declaration makes personnel and equipment available, where needed.

Current river levels are available at www.iqesda.com

The Iroquois County Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) is monitoring the Iroquois River and Sugar Creek.

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