"Due to a possible breakthrough of mixed [chemical] process water from the southern reservoir at the [former phosphate] plant in Piney Point, I have declared a state of emergency for Manati County," Governor Ron Desantis tweeted.
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
He noted that he made this decision in order to ensure the deployment of the necessary resources for response and recovery.
On March 22, due to the influx of tourists, the authorities of the American resort city of Miami Beach were forced to extend the curfew.