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By Chantal Wagner

Brooks declares state of emergency

Mar 18, 2020 | 6:53 PM

BROOKS, AB – On Wednesday, March 18, 2020, the City of Brooks declared a State of Local Emergency to support the province of Alberta’s efforts to combat the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to the city, at this time, this declaration is proactive only.

The city says they are not responding to any specific issue that has arisen.

A State of Local Emergency (SOLE) Declaration gives a municipality special authorities to be used in the interest of the common good during an emergency.