December 30, 2025 -Macon County officials have announced a storm debris pick-up for the unincorporated areas affected by the December 28 tornadoes.
The first tornado briefly touched down on Sunday afternoon, crossing Route 48 near Blue Mound at approximately 3:05 p.m. No damage was identified in the Blue Mound area. A second tornado touchdown occurred at approximately 3:10 p.m. in the Long Creek area causing damage that will require debris cleanup.
Pick-up will be Monday, January 5, 2026, for designated areas affected by recent severe weather. All material will need to be curbside by the designated pick-up date.
Scheduled Service Areas:
• 4400 block of Sandcreek Road
• 5200–5600 blocks of Bentonville Road
• 1850–2000 blocks of Buckhead Drive
• 3600–4000 blocks of Skyline Drive
• 4500–4600 blocks of Walton Drive
• 3400–4600 blocks of Marilyn Drive
• 3400–4600 blocks of Jeanette Drive
Residents should place all debris at the curbside for collection and separate debris into two distinct piles:
1. Woody debris – including tree limbs, branches, and landscaping materials
2. Household and construction debris – non-organic and construction materials only
Residents whose areas are not listed may request consideration for debris pick-up by calling 217-
424-1330 or emailing emamail@sheriff-macon-il.us. All requests will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
