University of Illinois Extension

Blog Posts (11)

Hurricanes are nature's heat pumps

aerial photo of hurricane moving toward east coast of United States

Prepare to protect the people you love

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Tornadoes may be moving to a town near you

Dealing with storm damaged trees and preparing for the next disaster

Storm Damaged Tree

Perfect storm crashes Texas power grid; Can it happen here?

winter effects on power grid reduced with power grid meter

Weathering the unexpected

high water with pedestrian sign show flooded

Remote workforce creates challenge for business relief

Caregiver Tips for Older Adults

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Learning at Home During Trying Times

Keep Young Children Learning at Home During Trying Times

Does your family have a disaster plan?

News Releases (9)

After the storm: Repair and care for damaged trees

Community planning breaks cycle of disaster, damage, reconstruction

Cold Weather, Frozen Pipes? Extension Gives You All You Need to Know

Engage youth in emergency preparedness

Plan ahead to ride out prolonged power outages

Surviving disaster includes using home generators safely

Don’t let social distancing stop you from seeking shelter

Gov Pritzker Launches Coronavirus.illinois.gov with Resources for Illinois Residents and Small Businesses

Preparing Youth for Community Disaster

Staff (4)

Jody Johnson

Jody Johnson

County Extension Director II

Carrie McKillip

Carrie McKillip

Community and Economic Development Extension Educator

Russell Medley

Russell Medley

Extension Educator, Community and Economic Development

Lisa Torrance

Lisa Torrance

County Director