SEMA News Release

Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 26-05, declaring a State of Emergency as a precautionary measure to prepare for hazardous winter weather expected to impact the State of Missouri this weekend. The Order also activates the Missouri National Guard for state and local response efforts, if needed.

"With hazardous winter weather forecasted for this weekend across much of the state and nation, our focus is on preparedness and coordination," Governor Kehoe said. "Declaring a State of Emergency allows the state to respond quickly and support local communities as needed, but each of us must do our part. We're asking Missourians to stay informed, plan ahead, and use extreme caution during this potentially dangerous winter weather event."

Executive Order 26-05 grants the Adjutant General of the State of Missouri the authority to call and order into active service such portions of the organized militia as he deems necessary to aid Missourians.

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

For more information, call 573-751-6294 or e-mail caty.luebbert@sema.dps.mo.gov