Fires Out ???

Most of the fires across central Oklahoma were extinguished today. But not after
doing several millions of dollars in damage.

At least 100 homes and business were destroyed in the outbreak of wildfires
across central parts of the state.

Fires continue to burn in South Central Oklahoma in the Carter County area.

Red Cross Chapters as well as our VOAD partners continue to operate
shelters in several areas including Duncan, Midwest City, and Nicoma Park.

Much needed rain is in the forecast for late Saturday night and Sunday. This too
comes with a price. Along with the forecast of rain, it appears there will be a risk of
severe weather across the southern 1/3 of Oklahoma.

This will include all counties in the Chapter Service area. People
are asked to monitor local media, Weatehr Radio, and any other means
of keeping track of the weather this week-end.

A good way to do this is to keep up with the Altus Emergency Management
on their blog at www.altusem.us or follow them on twitter at
www.twitter.com/altusem

Central Oklahoma Wildfires

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has
approved a Fire Management Grant for the Oklahoma Wildfires
that occurred yesterday.

FMAG Disaster number 2808 was approved under the name
Oklahoma Midwest Choctaw Fire.

This will allow local officials to be re-imbursed for approved
expenses they incurred while responding to or fighting the
wildfires.

It is very important that accurate records be kept when responing to
emergency or disaster situations in case a Federal Disaster Declaration
in approved. By doing so, you are documenting your expenses, and may
qualify for re-imbursement. Without the documentation, you guarantee
that you will not receive re-imbursement.

For more information about disaster relief, contact the local chapter
at 482-5303 or www.swoarc.org or contact Altus Emergency Management
at 482-8336. You can also follow them on twitter at www.twitter.com/altusem
or view their blog at www.altusem.us