DENVER ~ Denver - In response to the recent flooding in Western Colorado, Governor Polis has issued a verbal disaster declaration to aid in recovery efforts. The Governor has been closely monitoring the situation and state public safety leaders have been in constant communication with local emergency management.

Prior to the declaration, state resources such as the Colorado Department of Public Safety's Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM), Colorado State Patrol, and Division of Fire Prevention and Control, as well as the Colorado Department of Transportation and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, were already involved in the emergency response.

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This declaration activates the State Emergency Operations Plan and grants DHSEM the authority to take necessary actions for response efforts. This includes utilizing up to $1 million in estimated costs.

The unprecedented weather event has caused significant damage in Western Colorado, prompting swift action from state officials. The verbal disaster declaration will provide crucial support for those affected by the flooding.

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