Colorado officials optimistic about flood relief efforts

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

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