Hurricane declares local emergency after flooding damages homes and RVs
Bridges, culverts, roads and electrical power boxes were damaged, and mud and debris cover city roads, the city said.
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Hurricane Mayor Clark Fawcett issued a proclamation of local emergency Thursday after flooding damaged about 80 homes and 50 RVs and other vehicles at the Willow Wind RV Park, according to city statements reported by FOX 13 Salt Lake City and KUTV. [1]
The figures come from the city, which said the full extent of the damage and the cost have not been determined and are still being assessed. The city said the flooding also damaged or affected bridges, culverts, public roads and electrical power boxes, and that mud and debris on roads could disrupt essential services. [1]
The city said its Emergency Operations Plan is active. The proclamation authorizes actions such as clearing debris, setting road closures, supporting affected residents and coordinating requests for assistance, and it stays in effect until terminated as provided by law. The city urged residents to stay alert, avoid flooded areas, and follow road closures, detours and instructions from emergency personnel. [1]
Sources
- FOX 13 News Utah: Hurricane declares local emergency after floods damage about 80 homes and 50 RVs
- The Salt Lake Tribune: They had just finished $80K in flood repairs. Days later, another flash flood tore through their southern Utah home.
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