Rockford explains why it hasn’t declared a state of emergency following storms, flooding

Category: Local News

Rockford city leaders are collaborating with state officials to secure aid after recent storms and flash flooding. They clarified that a local emergency declaration does not provide additional resources for residents or businesses, while a state declaration could potentially offer assistance. Damage assessment teams are gathering data to determine the need for a state emergency declaration.

Keywords: Rockford, storm damage, emergency declaration

Source: WIFR

Update At: 7/23/2024

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