SEMA News Release

Governor Mike Kehoe has signed Executive Order 26-12, declaring a State of Emergency in Missouri in preparation for potentially dangerous severe weather that has been forecasted across most of the state. Under this Order, the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan has been activated, enabling state agencies to coordinate directly with local jurisdictions to expedite assistance.

“This Executive Order is a proactive step to ensure our emergency management teams are fully prepared should these storms require immediate action to protect Missourians," said Governor Kehoe. “While the State Emergency Operations Center is activating to support any necessary coordination efforts, Missourians should take this forecast seriously and be ready to act if conditions worsen."

Continue reading the news release from Governor Kehoe's office here: https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-signs-exec...

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