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Feb 16, 2021 2:47 PM
Laurel County Judge Executive David Westerfield has declared a state of emergency following an ice storm that’s left thousands without power. Public Information Officer, Magen Zawko, also announced the Laurel County Emergency Operation’s Center (EOC) has opened up a warming center for citizens at West London Baptist Church. The Church is located at 360 Parker Road and the warming center will be open at 4 p.m. and remain open throughout the evening hours. Laurel County Health Department Director Mark Hensley advised those at the warming center to wear a mask and practice social distancing, adhering to the CDC’s COVID-19 safety guidelines. Drivers, please use caution on roadways. Major roadways are mostly cleared with some ice-covered spots. Secondary roadways are still hazardous to travel on. Emergency officials warn of downed power lines and to never go near them. The London Fire Department advises th
Laurel County Sheriff John Root says Sgt. John Inman and Deputy James Fox were called out to a gas station off South Stewart Road where a man was repo.
Laurel County Sheriff John Root says his department is investigating a phone scam circulating the area. He said the caller tells the victim that the F.
Court officials report John Helton was sentenced to 264 months in federal prison this week. Helton was sentenced after he was convicted of meth traffi.
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Feb 10, 2021 11:10 AM
Laurel County Emergency Management works to prepare for snow and ice events long before the roads are snow-covered. Public Information Officer Magen Zawko says all the emergency operations in the county; police, fire, and beyond, closely monitor the situation and are always prepared for the worst-case scenario. For the London-Laurel Rescue Squad, that means fueling up vehicles, gas-powered tools, and generators. And, for every department, it means making sure plenty of manpower is on standby. Zawko also urges the public to take steps to be ready too, like having an emergency preparedness kit that includes water, canned goods and flashlight. She says its also a good idea to have an alternative heat source. She says either way their 24/7 emergency response is there to help. In previous winter weather threats, I-75 has been a trouble area for first responders. Zawko is reminding people to avoid traveling if a