DENVER (KDVR) — A day after a tornado swept through Elbert County, damaging 21 homes in the area, officials have declared a local emergency.
The declaration was made at the recommendation of the Elbert County Office of Emergency Management and will allow county officials to access and request additional support from state and federal partners.
“We’re counting our blessings that there were no reported injuries nor deaths from the May 18 tornado. However, there was significant damage and debris,” said County Commissioner Byron McDaniel. “Our staff will continue assessing the area for damage to public property."
The county previously reported that 19 homes were damaged in the area near Elizabeth, impacted by a tornado on Sunday afternoon. Two dogs were also reported missing.
The FOX31 Pinpoint Weather Beast captured images of roof shingles, siding and other debris on each side of County Road 194.
Elbert County pointed residents seeking private property post-storm cleanup tips and information to the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies website.
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