Metro East Sun

State Representative Charlie Meier is advising local residents and businesses on best practices following the severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that struck the metro-east and southern Illinois on Sunday evening.

"I continue to pray for the residents of the metro-east and southern Illinois who faced strong and severe thunderstorms and tornadoes on Sunday night," Meier stated. "My office stands ready to assist individuals and businesses with any inquiries they may have regarding the storm clean-up and response."

For more information on storm damage response and emergency preparedness, visit Ready.Illinois.Gov.