State of emergency

2022 - 12 - 20

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State of emergency declared by Oneida First Nations of the Thames (CTV News)

A state of emergency has been declared at the Oneida Nation of the Thames because the community's primary source of water has reached an all time low.

[Vancouver](https://bc.ctvnews.ca/) ['Consider postponing non-essential travel': Traffic chaos as B.C. David Gaboury told CTV News he went in for his prostatectomy, a procedure where the prostate is either partially or entirely removed, on Friday, December 16, 2022, only to have it cancelled at the very last second. The female passenger, 58, in the vehicle that was hit was also hospitalized, but her condition is stable. Police say there is an organized crime connection in the case. It’s the biggest prize in the 2 ½ year history of the draw, which helps fund capital purchases at the hospital. The incident was caught on dashcam. building had a long history of legal disputes with the condominium board and was set to appear in court the following day, documents show. On Sunday, the Oneida Emergency Control Group met with representatives from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), Emergency Management Ontario, Public Safety Canada, the City of London, Middlesex County, and the Ministry of Natural Resources to assess the issue and how short-term relief can come to the community. [Northern Ontario](https://northernontario.ctvnews.ca/) As of today, companies can no longer produce or bring into Canada plastic checkout bags, cutlery, stir sticks, straws and takeout containers. The advisory affects 546 homes and 22 community buildings. “Our community is in crisis.

First Nation community declares state of emergency amid water woes (London Free Press (Blogs))

A First Nation southwest of London has declared a state of emergency after its water supply hit a record low.

Oneida Nation of the Thames has more than 2,100 people living on reserve and 6,500 members. “Our community is in crisis,” Cornelius said. Article content

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State of emergency declared amid water shortage at Oneida Nation ... (CBC.ca)

People living on the Oneida Nation of the Thames territory west of London, Ont., have been told they cannot drink or use water from the taps unless ...

When the river is low, so is water in the community, officials say. Community leaders said they're receiving short-term water deliveries from a private water company and are monitoring the situation on a daily basis. A state of emergency was declared by community leaders Tuesday who said the water tower had reached an all-time low and won't refill to the necessary levels.

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State of emergency declared at Oneida Nation of the Thames (BlackburnNews.com)

Residents of the Oneida Nation of the Thames are being told to conserve water after levels in the community's water tower reached an “all-time low.”.

The statement says the low levels in the water tower, which is the community’s primary source of water, are unlikely to rebound without conservation efforts from residents. The daily cost of $20,000 for a short-term solution comes from Canadian taxpayers. The advisory affects 546 homes and 22 community buildings.

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Oneida Nation of the Thames declares state of emergency amid 'all ... (Globalnews.ca)

Oneida officials declared the state of emergency on Dec. 15 after an 'all-time low' water level was recorded in the community's water tower, ...

In a statement, Oneida officials said that fire flow and poor housing conditions remained “constant concerns for the community. “We are located only 30 kilometres from London. The system is operated by Oneida, with regulatory oversight from ISC. Upstream, the City of London has dumped Oneida officials declared a state of emergency on Dec. … Everyone should be angry at this unnecessary situation,” said Chief Todd Cornelius in a statement.

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People in Oneida Nation of the Thames in Ontario told to conserve ... (CBC.ca)

People living in Oneida Nation of the Thames territory west of London, Ont., have been told they cannot use tape water unless absolutely necessary, ...

Extreme weather is to blame for the tank, which usually draws water from the Thames River, running dry. It's the primary source of water for the 546 homes and 22 buildings in the territory. It was first ordered in September 2019 and was made long term a year later.

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Gov. Cooper issues state of emergency for North Carolina (WFMYNews2.com)

Gov. Roy Cooper signs a state of emergency, activating the state's emergency operations plan for the possibility of icy weather conditions.

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Governor Cooper signs state of emergency due to forecast in ... (WECT)

Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency to increase transportation of fuel supplies and prepare for the icy conditions expected in the western ...

Other parts of the state are expecting more severe conditions, with overnight lows in the teens, according to Cooper’s office. The State of Emergency will help ease some restrictions and allow heating fuel companies to keep up with demand,” Cooper said in a release. (WECT) - Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency to increase transportation of fuel supplies and prepare for the icy conditions expected in the western parts of North Carolina.

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Gov. Cooper issues State of Emergency for NC's incoming frigid ... (CBS17.com)

The arctic blast is expected to bring severe weather in the form of thunderstorms, ice, damaging winds, and low temperatures in the teens, Cooper and the CBS 17 ...

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Low water prompts state of emergency on Oneida Nation (CTV News London)

“The infrastructure is older, and with climate change and severe weather events, with low water levels in the Thames River, these are all cumulative impacts,” ...

[Toronto](https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/) [Police identify five people killed in Vaughan, Ont. Friends of the Boudreau family are remembering Sommer Boudreau as a person with a bold personality. Local artist Daniel Bombardier, who is also known as Denial, was commissioned to create a mural behind the 100-year-old Strathcona building on Wyandotte Street at Devonshire Road celebrating the history of Walkerville. Sommer was found dead in a Deep River, Ont. The weather agency is advising people to consider changing their travel plans. It's important to distinguish the different types of Group A strep infections, an expert says, because the bacteria itself is quite common. As a short-term measure, water is being brought in by a private company at a cost of $20,000 per day. You know, it’s just like there’s truth and reconciliation, when is that coming? The low water level also affects water pressure and the local fire department’s ability to fight fires. It’s something elder Karen Elijah believes is not too much to ask. The First Nation said the community’s water tower, Oneida’s primary water source, is at an all-time low. “We can’t use the tap water.

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Gov. Cooper declares state of emergency for extreme cold temps (WNCT)

This comes as the possibility of icy conditions in the state's western portion and below-average temperatures are expected.

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Gov. Cooper issues State of Emergency for N.C. ahead of winter ... (WBTV)

Governor Roy Cooper has signed a State of Emergency ahead of extremely cold temperatures expected later this week.

In addition to the cold temperatures, it will be very windy statewide Friday through early Saturday. Cold temperatures are expected to move into the state on Friday and continue through the holiday weekend. The State of Emergency will help ease some restrictions and allow heating fuel companies to keep up with demand.”

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State of emergency declared in North Carolina ahead of extreme ... (myfox8.com)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (PINPOINT WEATHER) – Governor Roy Cooper signed a state of emergency Tuesday for 'extremely' cold temperatures coming to North Carolina.

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State of emergency declared ahead of possibly harsh winter weather (WFAE)

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper issued a state of emergency Wednesday in advance of expected freezing temperatures that will move in statewide on Friday and ...

Forecasters predict most areas will see overnight lows in the teens and high temperatures that are close to freezing. Cooper says residents will need propane, and while supplies are fine, licensed truckers are limited due to COVID-19, flu and other issues. Roy Cooper issued a state of emergency Wednesday in advance of expected freezing temperatures that will move in statewide on Friday and continue through the Christmas weekend.

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Multnomah County declares cold weather state of emergency (KOIN.com)

With treacherous winter weather expected over the next few days in the region, Multnomah County declared a state of emergency beginning Tuesday night and ...

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Freezing weather causes state of emergency for Multnomah Co. (KATU)

With temperatures at and dropping below freezing expected Wednesday night officials declared a state of emergency starting Tuesday Dec. 20 to aleart.

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State of Emergency signed before bitter cold hits North Carolina (WLOS)

State of Emergency signed ahead of an arctic air mass that will bring bitterly cold temperatures to North Carolina this weekend and possible icy conditions.

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Five-year old state of emergency for housing, homelessness ends in ... (Longview Daily News)

Commissioner Arne Mortensen said he proposed taking the declaration off the books because it has been in place for too long and the situation hasn't improved. “ ...

Cowlitz was the last county to adopt the rules. “It’s been pretty amazing to watch all the construction going on,” Weber told TDN. [Feds announce nearly $40M for dam removal, other projects to help salmon in WA](/ap/state/feds-announce-nearly-40m-for-dam-removal-other-projects-to-help-salmon-in-wa/article_10fb610c-1253-5678-a063-a4328e0ebdeb.html#tracking-source=mp-in-article) [Longview teen barrel racer places first in world finals](/news/local/longview-teen-barrel-racer-places-first-in-world-finals/article_06b580e4-7ccd-11ed-830a-0f276872010a.html#tracking-source=mp-in-article) [2A High School Boys Basketball: Holden sets school record with 54 points in R.A. Most of the unincorporated county’s urbanized area falls under those categories. In the last five years, “I want to step back and from a distance look and see, have we solved the problem, are we making headway?” he said.

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Cooper signs state of emergency ahead of freezing weather (WTVD-TV)

Temperatures are about to take a dramatic drop and on Tuesday, Gov. Roy Cooper declared a state of emergency.

The State of Emergency will help ease some restrictions and allow heating fuel companies to keep up with demand." "We know that with the extremely low temperatures North Carolinians will need propane and other heating fuel to keep their families warm," Cooper said. (WTVD) -- Temperatures are about to take a dramatic drop and on Tuesday, Gov.

Governor Cooper Signs State of Emergency to Activate Emergency ... (Governor Roy Cooper)

With the possibility of icy conditions in the western part of the state and below average temperatures expected as an arctic mass approaches, Governor Roy ...

[ReadyNC.gov](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=39297362&msgid=505934&act=HEWZ&c=1346310&pid=1101598&destination=http*3A*2F*2Freadync.gov*2F&cf=13425&v=94ce0c1ce3a176e9374247dd65e72fd775f95a26a19e6b49e736deac75e1c739__;JSUlJQ!!HYmSToo!cHYMaDeQyAOZNrcfIIwYngEcKZwIMemz7P_OmyzeyTt-ojt03tJnKsPax_8YjSbp0PMkqbUxtN2Zhle2$) for more information on winter weather safety and preparation. The State of Emergency will help ease some restrictions and allow heating fuel companies to keep up with demand." Cold temperatures are expected to move into the state on Friday and continue through the holiday weekend. In addition to the cold temperatures, it will be very windy statewide Friday through early Saturday. A light wintry mix is also possible across the mountains Wednesday night before precipitation changes to rain Thursday morning. Even colder temperatures are expected across the mountains. “We know that with the extremely low temperatures North Carolinians will need propane and other heating fuel to keep their families warm,” said Governor Cooper. [State of Emergency](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=39297362&msgid=505934&act=HEWZ&c=1346310&pid=1101598&destination=https*3A*2F*2Fgovernor.nc.gov*2Fmedia*2F3552*2Fopen&cf=13425&v=d32f0c80b2dfd970e7cdc57d7741a52210a8271561793f159430cb783b11333b__;JSUlJSUl!!HYmSToo!cHYMaDeQyAOZNrcfIIwYngEcKZwIMemz7P_OmyzeyTt-ojt03tJnKsPax_8YjSbp0PMkqbUxtEOiaRqX$). For information on road conditions visit [DriveNC.gov](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=39297362&msgid=505934&act=HEWZ&c=1346310&pid=1101598&destination=http*3A*2F*2Fdrivenc.gov*2F&cf=13425&v=e076fff32bc6c473f350e421c75fddfbee0f31b3355a26ea32c6eb2be33b0056__;JSUlJQ!!HYmSToo!cHYMaDeQyAOZNrcfIIwYngEcKZwIMemz7P_OmyzeyTt-ojt03tJnKsPax_8YjSbp0PMkqbUxtFJ_LK_e$). Precipitation could then end as a period of snow on Friday, resulting in light accumulations and patchy black ice across the mountains. While not the main concern, there will be a chance of light wintry precipitation across southern portions of the state Tuesday night, but no accumulation or impacts are expected. [State of Emergency](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=39297362&msgid=505934&act=HEWZ&c=1346310&pid=1101598&destination=https*3A*2F*2Fgovernor.nc.gov*2Fmedia*2F3552*2Fopen&cf=13425&v=d32f0c80b2dfd970e7cdc57d7741a52210a8271561793f159430cb783b11333b__;JSUlJSUl!!HYmSToo!cHYMaDeQyAOZNrcfIIwYngEcKZwIMemz7P_OmyzeyTt-ojt03tJnKsPax_8YjSbp0PMkqbUxtEOiaRqX$) today to activate the state’s emergency operations plan, waive transportation regulations to help the transport of fuel and critical supplies, help first responders and protect consumers from price gouging.

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Gov. Cooper issues state of emergency ahead of Christmas weekend (WCTI12.com)

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper signed a state of emergency ahead of Christmas weekend due to possible winter weather.Gov. Cooper said via his Twitter ...

Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency to Support ... (Office of Governor Gavin Newsom)

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for Humboldt County to support the emergency response to today's 6.4 magnitude earthquake ...

The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is working with local utilities to rapidly restore power.The emergency proclamation enables Humboldt County to access resources under the California Disaster Assistance Act, directs Caltrans to formally request immediate assistance through the Federal Highway Administration’s Emergency Relief Program and supports impacted residents by easing access to unemployment benefits and waiving fees to replace records such as marriage and birth certificates, among other provisions. The Governor has also directed state agencies and departments to take appropriate action as necessary to provide support to local communities, including the California Department of Transportation to ensure the safety of roadways, the California Highway Patrol to protect public safety, the California Department of Public Health and Emergency Medical Services Authority to aid local hospitals, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to help address any possible additional emergencies and the California Geological Survey for continued earthquake monitoring. The Governor issued a statement on the emergency response to the earthquake

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Quake Update: State of Emergency Declared, Two Dead, A Dozen ... (North Coast Journal)

Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal has declared a state of emergency in response to this morning's magnitude-6.4 earthquake, which left two dead and ...

Mike McGuire reported via Twitter that $6 million in state funds has been secured for emergency repair on the more than 100 year Fernbridge, which serves as a vital link and is currently closed to earthquake damage. Fernbridge was also seriously damaged in the quake and has been closed indefinitely. According to the Humboldt County Office of Emergency Services, potable water is available at the following locations: Rio Dell Fire Hall, 50 West Center St. According to a news release, the declaration allows "the county to seek state and federal reimbursement for damage repairs and other associated impacts. Water should be boiled for one minute and then allowed to cool. The shelter, located at 9 Park Street, will provide accommodations, meals, water and earthquake information.

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Live: Beshear declares state of emergency in anticipation of frigid ... (WPSD Local 6)

FRANKFORT, KY — Governor Beshear is holding a briefing to update Kentuckians on the dangerously cold weather set to roll into Kentucky on Thursday evening.

Gray encourages every person who needs to drive to pack an emergency kit in their vehicles, and the Kentucky State Police agree. Importantly, the emergency management director stressed that generators are for outside use only. Transportation Secretary Jim Gray urged Kentuckians not to get complacent when hearing the predicted snow levels will be low, because white-outs could easily occur on the interstate.

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Louisville weather: State of emergency issued in Kentucky ahead of ... (Courier Journal)

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has issued a state of emergency ahead of "really, really dangerous" cold conditions heading to the Bluegrass State.

road conditions can be unsafe to travel," he said. The governor has asked each county to identify at least one warming center, a public facility that serves as a temporary shelter from severe weather. Beshear urged Kentuckians to get to their destination by midday Thursday if they are traveling for the holiday weekend. Some snow is in the forecast as well, though heavy totals were not projected in the weather service's release early Wednesday morning – between 2 and 4 inches were expected east of Louisville, with 1 to 2 inches possible in Jefferson County. "This is going to be really, really dangerous," Beshear said at a Wednesday morning press conference. Wind gusts as severe as 40 to 50 mph are possible Friday. Conditions are expected to be bad late Thursday through at least Saturday, he said. Here are some ways they suggest handling the severe weather. Include items like blankets, chargers and flashlights. - Make sure to have gas in the car where you can reach if you need it. Friday and Saturday are expected to be the worst, according to the weather service, with wind chills in Louisville expected to drop between -10 and -25 degrees. Andy Beshear issued a state of emergency in Kentucky as the Bluegrass State prepares for "really, really cold" weather coming later this week, which could create hazardous conditions on some of the busiest travel days of the year.

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Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency in Kentucky in advance ... (WDRB)

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kentucky is under a state of emergency, as a winter storm brings snow and bitter cold to the state. Gov. Andy Beshear signed the ...

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Beshear issues State of Emergency for incoming winter storm (WTVQ)

Gov. Andy Beshear at a press conference Wednesday declared a State of Emergency in Kentucky ahead of the winter storm.

- Lake Cumberland State Resort Park [by clicking here](https://www.wtvq.com/what-should-i-have-in-an-emergency-kit/). Kentucky Emergency Management suggests putting together an emergency kit now for your home and car in case it’s needed.

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State of emergency declared in Kentucky due to incoming winter storm (WLKY Louisville)

Because of the potentially hazardous conditions, the National Guard and other public safety agencies are being deployed. "After tornadoes, floods, pandemics, ...

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Gov. Andy Beshear declares State of Emergency for approaching ... (WYMT News)

FRANKFORT, Ky. (WYMT) - Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a State of Emergency during a Wednesday morning briefing ahead of a massive cold front set to arrive ...

Air temperatures are forecast to stay in the single digits or teens through Saturday and finally make it back into the 20s for highs by Christmas Day. Wind chills are expected to drop well below zero and stay there through Friday and Christmas Eve before the wind starts dying down on Sunday. Andy Beshear has declared a State of Emergency during a Wednesday morning briefing ahead of a massive cold front set to arrive in the Bluegrass to begin Christmas weekend.

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Kentucky governor declares state of emergency ahead of incoming ... (WLWT Cincinnati)

Beshear said with current projections of dangerously cold temperatures, strong winds and accumulating snow, anyone who is traveling should plan to get to their ...

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Gov. Kemp to declare State of Emergency ahead of dangerously ... (WSB Atlanta)

ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp announced today that he will declare a state of emergency for Georgia as the state braces for the coldest temperatures in nearly ...

Kemp says crews across the state are preparing for any dangerous road conditions, trees and power lines down. The state of emergency will allow for essential supplies, especially propane, to be delivered for both commercial and residential needs. Brian Kemp announced today that he will declare a state of emergency for Georgia as the state braces for the coldest temperatures in nearly five years.

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Kemp to declare state of emergency ahead of dangerously cold ... (Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Remember that scene in “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer” where he's wandering alone through a righteously windy storm?

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Kentucky under state of emergency ahead of anticipated flash freeze (WCPO)

Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency in Kentucky ahead of anticipated weather expected to bring dangerously freezing temperatures.

These conditions are expected to create unsafe driving conditions and slick roads. "Place the generator a safe distance from the home — at least 10 to 15 feet. Emergency shelter can be found, if necessary, at Jenny Wiley or Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park for those living in travel trailers, the press release said.

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Georgia Gov. Kemp declares state of emergency ahead of cold ... (WTOC)

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Some of the coldest weather in years will move into Georgia later this week. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has declared a state of ...

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Kentucky declares state of emergency ahead of 'really dangerous ... (The Independent)

Governor Andy Beshear warned people that the extremely cold weather forecast for the state could lead to hazardous conditions. “This is going to be really, ...

ERCOT, which is responsible for 90 percent of Texas’s electric load to 26 million customers, said it was “closely monitoring weather conditions” in a press release. A few inches of snowfall was possible west and north of Louisville with lesser amounts to the south and east, NWS reported. There will be flooding risk on Friday on the east coast as heavy rain falls onto a melting snowpack. The wind and cold will very likely be the bigger deal with this storm. “Remember to focus on other hazards besides the snow. “After tornadoes and floods, pandemics and multiple ice storms just in these last three years, I don’t want to lose one person to this Arctic front that is coming through.”

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Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of incoming winter ... (WHAS11.com)

The governor says that temperatures will not be above freezing until early next week. He added that he's "highly confident" travel will be impacted.

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Beshear issues State of Emergency for Kentucky due to impending ... (WOWK 13 News)

FRANKFORT, KY (WOWK) – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has issued a State of Emergency due to impending severe weather in the Bluegrass State.

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Kemp To Declare State Of Emergency Ahead Of Cold Snap In Georgia (Patch.com)

ATLANTA, GA — Gov. Brian Kemp will declare a state of emergency statewide as weather officials put metro Atlanta and surrounding counties under a wind chill ...

Interstates and state routes will be salted Thursday evening into Friday morning, as needed, according to GDOT. Please be aware of the brine trucks and know they must travel 40 mph to properly apply the treatment. Higher gusts are possible in the higher terrain," weather officials said. Areas in the higher terrain are expected to get wind chills as low as 15-20 degrees below zero. Lows on Saturday morning will range from the single digits to mid-teens across much of north and central Georgia. Kemp said at a news conference he anticipates the state of emergency to begin sometime Wednesday and to end midnight Monday.

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Georgia Gov. Kemp issues statewide State of Emergency ahead of ... (WJCL News)

According to the National Weather Service, we will see below-freezing temperatures this weekend here in the state of Georgia.

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Georgia Gov. Kemp to declare State of Emergency ahead of bitterly ... (WJXT News4JAX)

Georgia officials are warning residents to take precautions against high winds and bitterly cold temperatures from an approaching winter storm.

Temperatures are forecast to fall below freezing on Thursday and not rise above freezing until Monday in much of Georgia’s northern half. Brian Kemp said Wednesday that officials most fear power outages caused by wind, which could cut off heating to homes and some health care facilities. Officials warn wind could also delay reconnecting power.

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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declares state of emergency ahead of ... (Fox News)

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency Wednesday ahead of freezing temperatures slated to move into the state.

Beginning Friday through Monday, morning temperatures are forecasted to be below freezing for an extended amount of time in the state, the National Weather Service in Atlanta tweeted. [TEXAS AND ITS POWER GRID BRACES FOR A HOLIDAY COLD SNAP](https://www.foxnews.com/us/texas-power-grid-brace-holiday-cold-snap-amid-nationwide-deep-freeze) Officials said residents should prepare kits in the event of power loss that may last multiple days. "Certainly on Friday morning, we're asking you not go out." Kemp said the declaration covers the state through midnight on Monday. [Georgia Department of Transportation](https://www.foxnews.com/category/us/us-regions/southeast/georgia) commissioner, outlined a plan to treat and brine roads ahead of the freezing conditions.

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Beshear issues state of emergency ahead of winter storm - LINK nky (Link NKY)

Beshear said the storm is expected to bring dangerously cold air that could reach -26 degrees with severe wind conditions in affecting parts of Kentucky. “This ...

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Kemp declares weather state of emergency with frigid temperatures ... (Reporter Newspapers)

James Stallings, director of the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, said outages could last several days. With the cold blast affecting ...

Brine operations in metro Atlanta and Northeast Georgia will begin Thursday morning. [Salting will begin Thursday](https://reporternewspapers.net/2022/12/21/georgia-dot-set-to-begin-spreading-brine-ahead-of-frigid-temperatures/) on highways, bridges, and overpasses north of a line between Columbus and Augusta and along Interstate 75 from Macon north to the Tennessee line, McMurry said. [Arctic blast](https://reporternewspapers.net/2022/12/20/georgia-braces-for-near-record-low-temperatures/) that is expected to send temperatures plummeting into the single digits by Friday.

State of emergency declared: Emergency officials urge preparation ... (State-Journal.com)

In a press conference Wednesday morning, Gov. Andy Beshear signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency for the entire Commonwealth in ...

Hal Lamberton announced that 5 emergency response units have been activated in Jefferson, Hardin, Madison, McCracken and Muhlenberg counties “due to their proximity to major interstates and crossroads.” Kentucky State Parks will also be available to residents as emergency shelters should power failures hit. He also asked residents to avoid calling 911 for road and weather conditions, reminding them to “please leave those emergency lines open for potentially life-saving calls to be made.” Emergency management assets have been activated throughout the state, and Kentucky National Guard Adjutant General Brig. PJ Burnett echoed the call for travel limitations, and urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel. Have a safety kit in your car, exercise care using supplemental heating sources, and keep generators outside where they belong.” He detailed steps to assess carbon monoxide poisoning, always a danger when winter temperatures drop.

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Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of an arctic front that is expected to bring a flash freeze and severely cold temperatures, ...

“The Joint Service Operations team in London will be on standby with an aircraft with hoists capabilities and the Special Tactics Squadron in Louisville will be on standby to provide emergency response capabilities.” “Guardsmen will be activated ahead of the storm and stationed at several armories throughout the state,” Adjutant General of Kentucky Maj. Please make a plan and get prepared, and make a list of people you need to check in on, especially during this Christmas holiday.” If you must drive and experience a wreck or become stuck on the roadways, please be patient. A large priority for the administration is to make sure those sheltering in travel trailers in Eastern Kentucky are safe and warm. KYTC Secretary Jim Gray said that a fleet of 1,365 state-owned and contracted plow trucks are available to be deployed across Kentucky. The Governor also activated the state’s price gouging laws to protect families from grossly overpriced goods and services. This includes a winter weather kit with a cell phone charger, blankets, first-aid kit, jumper cables, windshield scraper, collapsible shovel and a flashlight with extra batteries. “Place the generator a safe distance from the home – at least 10 to 15 feet. “With high winds, downed trees are possible, so they’re prepared to help clear roads of debris. The front is expected to affect travel, and other impacts may include broken waterlines, power outages and damage to public infrastructure and private properties. “Flash freeze is a big concern, and it will lead to dangerous road conditions,” Gov.

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