Hunter/Edited release
04/01/23
As residents assess the damage caused by Friday’s storms, Johnson County is asking that you self-report your losses.
In a release from Johnson County Emergency Management, property damage can be self-reported at https://www.crisistrack.com/
United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties is responding locally by helping individuals and families who are facing losses from the storm. United Way’s 2-1-1 service has been, and continues to be, available for those in need of assistance due to the storm. 2-1-1 is a free, 24/7 hotline that provides information to individuals seeking community resources. Those in need of immediate assistance may access support services through 211 by dialing 2-1-1 on their cell, texting their zip code to 898211, visiting 211iowa.org, or downloading the 211 Iowa app.
The Community Foundation of Johnson County has an established emergency response fund that provides funding to Johnson County nonprofits working directly with individuals to address immediate and emergent needs. Individuals who would like to contribute can do so at https://cfjc.fcsuite.com/erp/
The Press-Citizen reports at least nine possible tornadoes were spotted across Iowa Friday.
The National Weather Service based in the Quad Cities has confirmed one EF2 tornado touched down near Hills. County Emergency Management Coordinator Dave Wilson said there may have been up to three tornadoes that hit the county.
Saturday, Governor Kim Reynolds signed a Disaster Emergency Proclamation to ease restrictions on the transportation of materials related to disaster response and repairs.