Maine assesses damage for potential disaster declaration
One of the biggest expenses is chopping up and hauling away the thousands of trees that were toppled by winds that hit 69 mph at the Portland International Jetport. There also was roof damage and damage to buildings, roads and bridges, officials said.
Local officials already made estimates that will be reviewed before final numbers are forwarded to the governor, who will decide whether to ask President
"We are taking a harder look at the numbers," said
The storm that struck on the day before
No deaths or serious injuries were reported.
The winds also knocked trees and limbs onto homes and cars and fences. That damage is typically covered by insurance, but residents still should report the damage to the state, officials said. There could be a second disaster request for individuals later.
Officials said the storm's impact on people would've been greater if it had struck in the dead of winter, but temperatures were relatively mild, he said.
People went about their business for the most part.
"Mainers are very resilient. They generally live in their own homes. They have fireplaces. They have generators," he said. "People here roll with the punches."
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