Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/colorado-officials-optimistic-about-flood-relief-efforts Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Colorado officials optimistic about flood relief efforts Nation Sep 17, 2013 1:36 PM EST Local fire and police departments are working together with FEMA, National Guard and other military personnel to rescue stranded citizens and re-build downed power lines and travel routes in Colorado areas ravaged by heavy rains and flooding. “Certainly there is a sense of some optimism…This sunshine that I’m fighting today is exactly what we need. It’s drying things out; the waters are coming down..” Sheriff Justin Smith, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now
Local fire and police departments are working together with FEMA, National Guard and other military personnel to rescue stranded citizens and re-build downed power lines and travel routes in Colorado areas ravaged by heavy rains and flooding. “Certainly there is a sense of some optimism…This sunshine that I’m fighting today is exactly what we need. It’s drying things out; the waters are coming down..” Sheriff Justin Smith, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now