Tornadoes Tear Through Will County
» Web Exclusive - 9 June 2008
The Monee Fire Protection District was stricken by a tornado that was on the ground for a few miles.
Several homes and dozens of out buildings were damaged. The tornado also took down the high-tension wires and towers along I-57 and Stuenkle road.
With wires across I-57, officials were prompted to close the interstate in both directions. There was a motor vehicle crash that involved tractor-trailers and a van. Five people were treated and transported by MFPD to St. James Olympia Fields.
The MFPD activated the EOC and forward command posts, completed a District property damage and hazard assessment.
The Fire Chief called for a Helicopter to get a better visual scope of the extent of the damage.
Mutual aid Fire and Ambulance crews were called for and assisted with the increased incident call volume.
» Web Exclusive - 9 June 2008
The Monee Fire Protection District was stricken by a tornado that was on the ground for a few miles.
Several homes and dozens of out buildings were damaged. The tornado also took down the high-tension wires and towers along I-57 and Stuenkle road.
With wires across I-57, officials were prompted to close the interstate in both directions. There was a motor vehicle crash that involved tractor-trailers and a van. Five people were treated and transported by MFPD to St. James Olympia Fields.
The MFPD activated the EOC and forward command posts, completed a District property damage and hazard assessment.
The Fire Chief called for a Helicopter to get a better visual scope of the extent of the damage.
Mutual aid Fire and Ambulance crews were called for and assisted with the increased incident call volume.
