Macomb Illinois is home to Western Illinois University and sits in the agricultural heartland of western Illinois. The city lies in a tornado corridor and experiences significant severe thunderstorms. McDonough County is a major grain production area and the city hosts significant agricultural processing. WIU serves as a regional higher education resource for western Illinois and eastern Iowa. The Illinois River watershed to the east creates indirect flooding concerns during major rain events.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Winter Storm / Agricultural |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 309-833-4472 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 700 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
McDonough County IL
Illinois · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Low Risk