Virginia Gov. declares state of emergency: Damage from quake greater than first reported — Hurricane threatens already weakened structures

Published: August 26th, 2011 at 6:16 pm ET
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McDonnell declares state of emergency for earthquake damage, Times-Dispatch, August 26, 2011:

Gov. Bob McDonnell today declared a state of emergency [...] because damage assessments appear to be more extensive than initial reports, aftershocks have caused further problems and the potential for high winds from Hurricane Irene threaten to further damage weakened structures.

More significant damage has been found closer to the epicenter in Louisa [...]

In Louisa, meantime, officials said earthquake-damaged schools will remain closed for the rest of the year. [...]

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Published: August 26th, 2011 at 6:16 pm ET
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