Parke County declares local disaster after Aug. 11 storm

Sep 8, 2026

The commissioners adopted Ordinance 2026-19 declaring a local disaster emergency for the Aug. 11, 2026 storm to support recovery and to pursue state/FEMA validation of submitted damage assessments.

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The Parke County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt Ordinance 2026-19, declaring a local disaster emergency for the storm that passed through the county on Aug. 11, 2026. Chair moved to sign the declaration to facilitate recovery efforts and potential state and FEMA assistance; a commissioner seconded the motion and the board approved it by voice vote.

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