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Saline County officials report storm response, issue written disaster declaration to use county resources
Summary
County officials described a multiagency response to recent storms and flooding, reported damage assessments for more than 200 homes, and said a written disaster declaration was issued to allow county dollars and equipment to clear roads and waterways.
At a Saline County court meeting, county officials described emergency response and recovery actions following severe storms and flooding in recent weeks and said a written disaster declaration had been issued to allow the county to use county funds and equipment for cleanup and road clearing.
The county official who reported to the court said the county activated its emergency operations center during the storm, coordinated with nearby jurisdictions and state and federal agencies, and distributed sandbags and debris-removal resources. "I couldn't be more proud of Saline Countyans," the county official said during the report.
Why it matters: court members said the declaration allows use…
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