(KLZA) --The Richardson County Commission has declared a state of emergency following a series of severe weather events that caused widespread damage across the county.

Commissioners approved the declaration during their June 10 meeting. The action comes after severe storms on May 16 and 17, a tornado on May 18, and heavy rainfall on June 4 and 5. County officials say the weather events resulted in significant damage to both public and private property, disrupted utility services, and threatened the health and safety of residents in affected areas.

During the meeting, Highway Superintendent Steve Darveau Jr. provided an update on road and bridge maintenance efforts. Darveau also informed commissioners that the Martin Marietta quarry near DuBois will remain closed for much of the summer because of flooding.

In response to the anticipated shortage of rock materials, the board recommended the county begin planning to build a stockpile of rock for future road and bridge projects.