Emergency Declaration
Summary
Ector County and Odessa just declared a disaster to deal with the brutal winter storm. This move is basically a green light to get extra state and federal cash and resources to keep the city running while things are frozen.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Impact analysis
It opens the door for state and federal emergency funding to cover the costs of storm response and infrastructure repairs.
Local emergency services and residents who need help getting through the storm safely.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (3)
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Pfluger announces Kimble, Mason, and Menard Counties added to major disaster declaration for public assistance from FEMA
WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced that Kimble, Mason, and Menard counties have officially been added to President Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration for public assistance from FEMA. “I’m grateful that Kimble, Mason,...
Ector Co, City of Odessa declare disaster amid winter storm
Ector Co, City of Odessa declare disaster amid winter storm Yourbasin
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