Politics & Government
Springfield Proclaims Local State of Emergency
Proclamation states that only emergency vehicles allowed on streets.
It's official: get off of Springfield's roads.
Following a meeting of township emergency responders, elected officials and department heads, Springfield announced that the Township is officially under a state of emergency.
The emergency proclamation prohibits non-emergency vehicles from driving on Springfield roads begining at 6 p.m., Oct. 29. According to the proclamation, the traffic ban is meant to allow police and other emergency vehicles access to township areas under emergency conditions.
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In addition, the proclamation grants Springfield police the authority to remove cars that are obstructing emergency traffic.
Officials urge residents to stay in a safe and secure place at this time. The full emergency declaration is attached to this article.
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