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Indiana Declares State of Emergency as Trump Approves Federal Aid for Winter Storm

Federal approval unlocks assistance to support a full-scale state storm response.

Overview

  • The State Emergency Operations Center activated Saturday to coordinate agencies and external partners for the storm response.
  • Indiana National Guard highway assistance teams were mobilized to support motorists and address hazardous road conditions.
  • INDOT has deployed more than 940 plow trucks and over 1,600 operators across the state through the weekend.
  • Temporary hours-of-service limits are waived for propane deliveries and for poultry and livestock transport to maintain critical supplies.
  • The statewide disaster emergency is set to last up to 60 days unless the governor terminates it sooner.