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Before a natural disaster, a governor’s order can free up the National Guard and medical help
- U.S. officials can declare a state of emergency before an expected hurricane, flood, snowstorm, or other natural disaster to speed public safety preparations.
- A governor usually signs an executive order identifying the area likely to be affected by severe weather.
- The order lets emergency agencies develop response plans and assign duties, including searches, rescues, road closures, security, and medical care.
- The declaration allows state agencies to help local governments and begins the process of seeking federal aid through FEMA.
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Before a natural disaster, a governor’s order can free up the National Guard and medical help
Before a big weather event even happens — like a hurricane, flood, or snowstorm — government officials in the United States have the power to call for a state of emergency, a fast-track way to free up resources to help…
·Toronto, Canada
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