SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security are urging residents to prepare for spring severe weather, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods, lightning and power outages. Officials said residents should secure important records in waterproof containers, inventory possessions, ensure proper insurance coverage, know how to shut off home utilities and assemble an emergency kit with enough supplies for at least three days. Flashlights, backup chargers and safely operated generators are also recommended. Additional preparedness tips and kit ideas are available on the Ready Illinois website, which provides guidance for before, during and after disasters.
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