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Local fire chiefs cite rising lakefront emergencies, urge state support after multiple drownings
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Zion — Fire and emergency officials told the council that lakefront emergencies at Illinois Beach State Park have risen over the past two years and that state resources and clear access to state appropriations remain lacking.
Zion — Fire and emergency officials represented to the council on Aug. 5 that lakefront emergencies at Illinois Beach State Park have increased over the past two years and that local departments lack sufficient staffing and equipment to respond consistently.
Deputy/Chief Justin Street read a joint informational statement on behalf of Zion Fire Rescue and neighboring departments. He said the departments “outlined that our local fire and emergency departments are not adequately staffed or equipped to handle the increasing number of lakefront emergencies. Data…
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