On Aug. 28, 1990, one of the most severe tornadoes in Illinois history went through Plainfield causing more than 140 million dollars of damage in surrounding areas. As recorded by the U.S. Weather Service, May/June/July are the most prevalent months for tornado activity in Plainfield, even though the area’s potential risk factor is rated relatively low.
According to the homeowners association – Carillon Adult Master Association in late 2015, a new Federal Signal Corporation 508 weather alarm was installed in Carillon that will improve early warning of pending weather dangers for its residents.
It generates a high decibel level in a 500 Hz tone for significant improvement over the earlier alert system.
The new siren can better be heard both inside and outside residences throughout the community because the lower audible frequency is more easily detected by the human ear.
This alarm signal can travel a full mile and benefit some of the neighboring communities.
The siren will activate through direct tie into the Romeoville municipal emergency warning system.
CAMA officials said the group worked diligently to prepare for the spring season. Realizing potential dangers and the need to keep its residents safe, CAMA began a study of their audible early warning alert system in late 2014.
Extensive studies were completed for potential equipment improvements, optimum siren locations, budgetary considerations, and most importantly, improvement in resident safety. An expenditure was approved in 2015 by the CAMA Board to pay $35,500 for a new state-of-the-art early warning system. The system was completely installed and then tested successfully in February 2016.
Carillon is a community of residents 55+ who enjoy the amenities of a gated neighborhood designed for active adult living, it is located on Weber Road just south of Interstate 55. More information can be found at http://www.carillonhoa.org.