The Chickasaw Nation is pooling its many resources to aid the cities of Sulphur and Marietta, Oklahoma, in the aftermath of the fatal April 27 storm system that ravaged these communities. Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police, along with other first responders from the tribe, have been on-site assisting with search and rescue efforts, assessing damage and providing traffic control in unsafe areas.
“Our hearts go out to all the individuals and families affected by this tragic and destructive storm. We are actively collaborating with local authorities and emergency management agencies in relief efforts and will be there to assist our employees, neighbors and friends,” Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby said.
“We are diligently evaluating the extent of the damage caused by the storm. Our emergency man-agement team and Lighthorse Police Department worked through the night and are still on[1]site rendering support to all local teams and authorities as needed. There is a significant amount of damage, and assessment will be ongoing, but we will continue partnering and helping however we can,” he said.
