Lightning impairs city tornado sirens

By Northern Star Staff

Citywide tornado siren controls are not working due to damage sustained from a lightning strike Friday.

The city is “anticipating a temporary solution soon, with a permanent repair pending,” according to a city news release. Everyone is encouraged to stay updated on weather conditions and use emergency radios that broadcast warnings about impending severe weather.

For more information, contact Cmdr. Jason Leverton at 815-748-8429.