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Flooding at O'Connell's RV Campground near Amboy forces evacuation of hundreds

21.09.2026 22:59 1 min 1 source РУС
https://www.rockfordnewsfirst.com ENG
Flooding at O'Connell's RV Campground near Amboy forces evacuation of hundreds
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Fast-rising water flooded the low-lying section of O'Connell's RV Campground in Lee County, Illinois, on Sunday morning, forcing hundreds of campers to evacuate and damaging vehicles, golf carts and some motorhomes. The water reached around four feet in some of the campground's lowest areas. Emergency vehicles were used to evacuate people as flooded roads prevented departure. A spokesperson for the campground said the safety of guests and staff is the primary focus and that conditions are being assessed.

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