Henry County OEM Announces Emergency Training Exercises at Annawan CHS on June 27, 2026

Henry County emergency officials will test disaster response plans Saturday at the CHS Campus in Annawan. The Office of Emergency Management says the exercise will simulate a severe thunderstorm that triggers a hazardous materials spill at the refinery. The drill is designed to evaluate how well local agencies coordinate during a fast-moving emergency, including communication, response timing, and public safety procedures. Officials say the exercise is only a drill, and residents may notice emergency activity in the area.