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Simpson County seeks FEMA aid after windstorm; officials outline safe-room, radio upgrades and debris plan
Summary
Emergency Management Director Robert Palmer said Simpson County likely qualifies for FEMA assistance after the March 3 windstorm and outlined plans for a 300-person SAFE room, a radio tower and system upgrades, and a manned debris disposal site opening March 11 on Kenneth Utley Drive.
Emergency Management Director Robert Palmer told the Franklin City Commission and Simpson County Fiscal Court on March 7 that Simpson County is expected to qualify for FEMA assistance after the March 3 windstorm and described ongoing preparedness and recovery projects.
Palmer said he was aware of about 30 counties and 10 cities that had declared disasters after the storm and commended local emergency responders, electrical utilities,…
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