Leelanau County call in number to REPORT STRUCTURAL DAMAGE from storm

by Trudy Galla

Friday, August 14, 2015

PRESS RELEASE -

Press Release Issued Jointly by:
Carolyn Rentenbach, Chairman, Leelanau County Board of Commissioners
Matt Ansorge, Leelanau County, Director of Emergency Management
Chet Janik, County Administrator

Issued: August 4, 2015

On August 2, 2015, Leelanau County experienced a storm with straight line winds reaching as much 100 miles per hour. Leelanau County has exhausted its response capabilities and reached out to the state for assistance by declaring a local State of Emergency.

In order to obtain accurate damage assessment, Leelanau County has set up a call in number for reports on structural damage to residential, business and public buildings. Call 231-256-9812 and report the address, property owner name, and type of damage to the structure.

Leelanau County is also requesting photographs of the structural damage. Photos and the accompanying address should be emailed to planning@co.leelanau.mi.us or mansorge@co.leelanau.mi.us

The emergency location in Glen Arbor is the Glen Arbor Township hall which has electricity, water and bathroom facilities. Red Cross and Salvation Army are coordinating with the township hall for assistance.

Be mindful of downed wires in all areas and stay away from crews working to take down trees and clean up wires.

Check the Leelanau County Sheriff's facebook page for continuing updates:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Leelanau-County-Sheriffs-Office/653199388046850?fref=ts

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