Dam Failure Forces Residents to Evacuate in Illinois
Residents of Nashville, Illinois, Urged to Leave Homes After Dam Overtops
Residents of about 200 homes in Nashville, Illinois, were briefly told to evacuate on Tuesday amid the risk of dam failure. Officials said that the reservoir dam was overtopped by water due to heavy rains and thunderstorms that moved through the area.
County Official: Dam at 'Imminent Risk'
The Washington County Emergency Management Agency said that the dam at the Nashville City Reservoir was in "imminent danger of failure" and urged residents to leave the area immediately. The agency said that the dam had been compromised by the high water levels and that it could collapse at any time.
Evacuations Underway
Evacuations were underway on Tuesday evening, with residents being told to leave their homes and go to a designated shelter. Officials said that they were working to secure the dam and prevent it from failing.
Flooding Concerns
The dam failure is causing flooding concerns in the area, with officials warning that the water could reach as high as 10 feet in some areas. The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the area and urged residents to be prepared for flooding.
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