(Indianapolis, IN) – Governor Eric Holcomb has signed an executive order declaring disaster tornado relief for Jefferson, Randolph and Delaware counties following a three tornado event that swept through parts of Indiana during the evening hours of March 14.
“I’ve taken action to ensure the victims of mother nature’s wrath can rebuild their roots here in Indiana,” said Gov. Holcomb. “I want those impacted to know that the state is here to help in whatever capacity is necessary.”
Thirty-eight Hoosiers were injured, 62 structures were destroyed and 72 structures sustained major damage. Power outages affected nearly 10,000 homes and hundreds of other people were impacted in some way.
The Governor’s office says the executive order accelerates the state’s assistance and coordination efforts with the appropriate federal, state and local agencies to provide services to Delaware, Randolph and Jefferson counties.
Staff and resources from the Indiana Department of Health, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, the Bureau of Motor Vehicles and the Family and Social Services Administration have activated a coordinated plan to assist with the needs of impacted Hoosiers.
The agencies are offering essential services in the affected counties. A list of locations can be found HERE.
Hoosiers are encouraged to call 866-211-9966 for referrals to necessary services and to report damage. Hoosiers needing emergency mental health services should call 988 to be connected to resources.
Gov. Holcomb’s executive order can be found HERE.
