Governor Quinn Activates Illinois National Guard Troops for Flood Assistance

by Gary Kopycinski on April 27, 2011

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SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–April 26, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today activated the Illinois National Guard to support flood-fighting and life safety missions in southern Illinois. The initial activation includes up to 125 Guardsmen who are deploying to Marion to assist the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) with emergency response planning. Additional troops may be activated if needed.