KAUFMAN COUNTY—The recent storm has left a trail of destruction, with Madix Warehouse Building C in Terrell off Airport Road and Abor and Forge Pond in Forney bearing significant damage. In response, Kaufman County Judge Jakie Allen has signed a Disaster Declaration, paving the way for additional funds and assistance.
KAUFMAN COUNTY—The recent storm has left a trail of destruction, with Madix Warehouse Building C in Terrell off Airport Road and Abor and Forge Pond in Forney bearing significant damage. In response, Kaufman County Judge Jakie Allen has signed a Disaster Declaration, paving the way for additional funds and assistance.
In a testament to the community's resilience, the Kaufman County Emergency Management Coordinator, Steve Howie, has been speaking with people around the county as damage reports come in.
“As the morning progresses, we are getting reports of extensive damage to areas around the County,” said Howie. “Madix Warehouse Building C in Terrell has suffered extensive damage, as well as the developments of Abor and Forge Pond in Forney.”
The straight-line winds that moved through Kaufman County have knocked down trees and power lines. Commercial stores and businesses have also reported damage.
Howie says this morning's storm caused more damage than any storm in recent memory and that a tornado touchdown cannot be ruled out.
In Terrell, Alison Walker told inForney.com that the Terrell Library is without power and will be closed for the rest of the day.
Sheriff Bryan Beavers told inForney.com that law enforcement and emergency personnel are working to answer calls, provide assistance, and help the community through this disaster.
“I want to thank all law enforcement, firefighters, and emergency management for working together as a team to help protect and serve the citizens of Kaufman County,” said Sheriff Beavers.
“From 7 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., we have completed 382 calls for service. We are working diligently to respond to all calls and provide quick response.”
At the time of this article, Kaufman County Judge Jakie Allen has signed and issued a disaster declaration for Kaufman County.
Judge Jakie Allen told inForney.com that the County is working to establish temporary dump sites for debris and that information will be forthcoming when the sites are established.