Drought Update for Northeast Illinois & Northwest Indiana

Northeast Illinois and Northwest Indiana emergency management and stormwater partners: Here is a brief update on the hydrologic situation across the area. Drought conditions appear to be rapidly forming in some areas due to continued dry weather, clear skies, and...

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Information Regarding The Gizzard Shad – Winter Die-Off

Gizzard Shad – Winter Die-Off Gizzard Shad first showed up in the Chain in 2007 and has since expanded to include several-year classes. This isn’t the first-time larger gizzard shad (10″ to 14″ fish) have experienced a die-off following winter and these events are now...

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