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(Neb.)-Governor Declares Drought, Moves Up Haying In 55 Counties
By: Chris Fankhauser Posted at: 07/02/2012 12:24 PM
(Lincoln)-Gov. Dave Heineman has declared a state of emergency due to current drought conditions throughout the state.
Gov. Heineman authorized an emergency declaration for statewide drought that allows state personnel and resources to assist with emergency situations and prevention, and allows maximum flexibility to the state to deploy Nebraska National Guard and Nebraska Emergency Management Agency assets and resources as needed.
Heineman said “This declaration is important for continued efforts of state officials to ensure the safety of Nebraskans. This action is necessary as dry conditions are presenting an imminent threat to the ability of local governments to respond to drought conditions. Additionally, actions such as haying along the roadsides in Nebraska help with drought conditions.”
Additionally, the Governor has directed the Nebraska Department of Roads to advance the starting date for roadside haying from July 15 to July 3 in 55 counties, which includes Box Butte, Cherry, Dawes, Sheridan and Sioux.
The Governor and the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency will continue to monitor the situation throughout the state, as the drought continues. For more information, go to the governor’s web page at governor.nebraska.gov.
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