State Emergency Center Remains Active After Arkansas Winter Storm

The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) says its State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) remains activated as response and recovery efforts continue following last week’s winter storm.

Two Arkansas Deaths Confirmed So far

Arkansas officials have confirmed two storm-related fatalities, both involving ATV accidents:

• A 40-year-old man near Hope
• A 17-year-old in Saline County.
• Eight injuries have also been reported, including three in Columbia County, one in Cleburne County, and four in Saline County.

Ahead of the storm, 27 counties declared local emergencies in anticipation of snow, ice, and prolonged freezing temperatures. ADEM continues to coordinate closely with county emergency managers, local officials, and partner agencies to assess damage and support ongoing response efforts.

Arkansas Damage Reports and Assessments Ongoing

Preliminary damage reports indicate several structures were damaged or collapsed due to heavy ice accumulation and extended freezing conditions. Affected structures include marinas, agricultural facilities, and commercial and government buildings. ADEM personnel are compiling reports statewide and working with impacted counties to verify damage and determine eligibility for potential disaster assistance.

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Coordination and Arkansas Public Safety

The SEOC remains in close coordination with the Arkansas Department of Transportation, Arkansas State Police, the Arkansas Department of Health, and local emergency management offices to address hazards and maintain public safety. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel and to report structural damage to their county emergency management offices.

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Additional updates will be released as more information becomes available.

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