By: Norman Dotson Jr./BNC Digital Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency and ordered an evacuation for residents in Manatee County due to a risk of a possible toxic wastewater reservoir collapse. Over the weekend, DeSantis said crews were working to prevent 'a real catastrophic flood situation,' According to an NBC report. Due to a possible breach of mixed saltwater from the south reservoir at the Piney Point facility, I have declared a State of Emergency for Manatee County to ensure resources are allocated for necessary response & recovery. — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) April 3, 2021 According […]

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