Gov. Whitmer activates State Emergency Operations Center due to flooding

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer activated the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Thursday due to heavy rainfall in Southeast Michigan. 

The SEOC was activated at 5 p.m., according to the Michigan State Police and Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division.  

Heavy rain flooded many streets and basements. Efforts are underway to pump water from freeways that remain closed through the evening commute.  

“Activating the State Emergency Operations Center ensures we can support communities in Southeast Michigan as they respond to the impacts of flooding,” said Gov. Whitmer. “We will get first responders and emergency crews on the ground the resources they need to keep people safe. Safety is our top priority, and we will get through this together.”   

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