Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Gov. Stitt released the following statement:
“I am pleased to announce Osage and Pontotoc counties have been added to Oklahoma’s Federal Disaster Declaration to aid homeowners, renters, and business owners impacted by recent tornadoes and severe storms.
“Our number one priority going into tornado season is the safety of Oklahomans. I’m grateful to our partners in the news media, the National Weather Service, and relevant state agencies who play a huge role in awareness and preparedness for these types of storms.
“I’ve surveyed the damage in Sulphur, Marietta, and Barnsdall, and I’ve seen what our communities are facing. But the Oklahoma Spirit is unbreakable.
We should all be inspired by the outpouring of support from other states, neighbors, and fellow Oklahomans who are coming together to pick up the pieces.
“I’m thankful to my colleagues in the Oklahoma Legislature for pledging to allocate the necessary funds to help our communities rebuild and recover.
We know that when businesses, homes, and centers of commerce are wiped out, it takes a real toll on the local economy. We remain ready to uplift affected communities in any way we can.”
