Firefighting
Statement By Florida Governor Charlie Crist Regarding Wildfires In Florida
May 8, 2007 -- “Conditions surrounding more than 210 active wildfires in Florida continue to change rapidly. The State Emergency Operations Center has been activated to 24-hour Level 1 operations. Our state resources, including Florida’s fire chiefs and National Guard, continue to assist the Division of Forestry in fighting these fires.
“The people of Florida can help us prevent further fire outbreaks by using caution and following these recommendations: » read more »
Minnesota Governor Authorizes National Guard To Assist With Firefighting Efforts In Northern Minnesota
May 7, 2007 -- Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty today issued an emergency executive order that authorizes the Minnesota National Guard to be available to assist in firefighting efforts in Northern Minnesota.
The following is the text of the Governor’s official order:
EMERGENCY EXECUTIVE ORDER 07-05
PROVIDING FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION ASSISTANCE
TO THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES » read more »