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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:*
October 2, 2024
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Governor DeWine Declares State of Emergency
in Four Southern Ohio Counties
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Today Ohio Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency for Lawrence, Jackson, Pike, and Scioto counties following severe weather on Friday, September 27, that caused high winds, flooding, power outages, and downed trees impacting roadways and residences.
"This declaration of a state of emergency will give the State the ability to expedite assistance to these communities," said Governor DeWine. "We will continue to monitor needs and help communities in Southern Ohio recover from the damage and remove large amounts of debris from the recent storm event."
The Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA) has been engaged with the impacted counties to assess needs and provide assistance. Ohio EMA continues to be in contact with the County Emergency Management Agencies (county EMAs) and will monitor developments and offer assistance.
Local governments who need assistance should contact [ [link removed] ] their County Emergency Management Agency Offices.
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Emergency Declaration (PDF) [ [link removed] ]
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