Gov. Brown declares state of emergency in 4 counties due to winter storms

Gov. Brown has declared a state of emergency in Marin, Mendocino, San Mateo and Ventura counties due to the effects of severe winter storms that caused damage to roads and highways throughout the state as a result of mudflows, debris, flooding and erosion.

The governor's action will allow Caltrans to formally request immediate assistance through the Federal Highway Administration's Emergency Relief Program.

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