Submitted by Office of State Sen. Baldwin
On Wednesday, April 2, the National Weather Service confirmed Carmel experienced an EF1 tornado, State Sen. Scott Baldwin (R-Noblesville) said on Monday.
Because of the tumultuous weather, first responders and city services received hundreds of calls for service due to fallen trees, downed powerlines and property damage posing threats to the community’s safety.
Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam issued a Local Disaster Emergency Declaration as of Thursday, April 3. This declaration was done to ensure that the city had access to the resources and support to tackle the impacts of the tornado.
“I am impressed at the readiness of this community and its city services to help one another after something so shocking occurs,” Baldwin said. “There have been crews moving debris and tree limbs from property and security posted around exposed businesses to protect product and impose safety.”
There was only one minor injury reported. All roads were able to reopen for families to get their children to school safely, and just a few had to remain without power for the days following the storm.
“It’s strange to say we are lucky because right now it feels so fresh, but I do believe we are lucky because it could have been so much worse,” Baldwin said. “God was looking out for our community, and He blessed us with the resources we need to restore a sense of normalcy.”
Indiana 211 is accepting storm damage reports, which helps Indiana Department of Homeland Security determine damage estimates and develop the next course of action in the disaster recovery process.
Baldwin encourages residents of Senate District 20 to contact him with any questions or comments they may have. Baldwin can be reached by filling out a “Contact Me” form online at IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Baldwin or by phone at (800) 382-9467.
Be the first to comment on "State Sen. Baldwin: supporting Carmel after storms"