Hazard Mitigation Meeting held

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June 3, 2022

Okmulgee County Emergency Management (OCEM) hosted a Hazard Mitigation meeting on Tuesday at The Briefcase in Henryetta. According to OCEM Director Tim Craighton, no decisions were made though plans were discussed with various entities in attendance. This was the first of more meetings set to come. PHOTO BY REBEKAH BAILEY

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