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Multi-Hazard Winter Event Expected Throughout Illinois

A severe multi-hazard winter event is expected to impact the state through the weekend, bringing life-threatening cold to Northern and Central Illinois and heavy snowfall to Southern Illinois. [Read the full press release here] for a detailed breakdown of regional impacts and official safety guidance

Asylum Seekers in Illinois

​In the ongoing effort to support our local, county, and state partners in the disaster proclamation for the asylum seekers from, IEMA-OHS will provide information and specifics here on this page to help share and coordinate current information.

Donations

For those wishing to make donations of goods, the City of Chicago is directing those interested to visit Chicago.gov/Support for a list of NEW items needed along with drop-off locations located citywide. 

 

Additionally, Cook County Government has an Amazon Wish List for Cook County Health which is dealing directly with families at CCHealthFoundation.org/Amazon Wish List. Please note, donations will not be accepted directly at any of the facilities housing the new arrivals. 

Information, documents, and links

Email your questions/inquiries related to the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security Public Information Officer Kevin Sur (kevin.sur@illinois.gov).