(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman on Thursday praised county employees, first responders, utility workers and community organizations involved in the response to Wednesday night’s severe storms, which left thousands without power and caused significant damage across the county.
In a statement released Thursday, Kerkman thanked county departments including Highway, Parks, Facilities and Golf crews, along with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office, municipal governments, fire departments, utility crews and other emergency responders who worked through the aftermath of the storm.
Kerkman also highlighted the efforts of the Kenosha County Division of Emergency Management, which activated the 211 property damage reporting portal shortly after the storm. She additionally thanked Niagara Bottling and the Journey Church Disaster Response Team for coordinating deliveries of emergency drinking water to affected communities. According to the release, 10 pallets of water were delivered to both the Town of Paris and the Town of Somers.
As recovery efforts continued Thursday afternoon, some residents remained without electricity. Kerkman noted that WE Energies reported more than 60 utility poles had been knocked down during the storm. She urged motorists to use caution near repair crews and to avoid driving around barricades, emphasizing that utility restoration sites remain active work zones.
“Again, my thanks go to the crews who have put many hours into this storm response, and to the residents who have shown great patience during this difficult time for many,” Kerkman said.
County officials said residents who experienced storm-related property damage can report it through the activated 211 system. Additional assistance is also available through the Red Cross and the Journey Disaster Response Team.
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One Response
We should be grateful for the dedicated employees who take care of the County, even when they have needs at home. So, a big thank you to all of them in our time of need. Some might say we pay for that, but you can’t put a price on dedication. Once again, thank you.