state of emergency Ohio's Governor Declares State Of Emergency Over Storm-Damaged Roads By Bill Rinehart • Mar 22, 2019 Tony Dejak / AP Five roads in southwest Ohio damaged by recent weather events could be repaired with federal funding. Earlier this week, Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency, which starts the process of applying for relief funding. How To Help Your Community In Emergency Situations By Mark Heyne • Jul 6, 2017 Pixabay Listen Listening... / 24:49 In the event of a bioterrorist attack or natural disaster, local health departments need volunteers to help first responders in the community.