Gov. Braun Declares Statewide Disaster Emergency

STATEWIDE — Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has issued a statewide disaster emergency order after the severe weather on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The storms led to flooding, loss of power, damage to houses and roads, and downed trees and power lines.

According to the governor, the declaration “mobilizes state agencies, unlocks emergency resources and gives us additional tools to support local response and recovery efforts” for a period of 30 days. The order also means that the Indiana Department of Homeland Security will be supported by additional state agencies in getting emergency services to the impacted counties…

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