Joe Biden declares emergency as Hurricane Lee barrels down on Maine

President Joe Biden has declared a state of emergency for Maine as Hurricane Lee barrels down on the state.

That comes a day after Gov. Janet Mills declared a state of emergency to activate more resources in preparation of the storm’s approach.

Biden’s presidential emergency disaster declaration will allow Maine to make use of federal resources to assist with the state’s response to Hurricane Lee. Under that order, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is authorized to identify, mobilize and provide equipment and resources, and reimbursement for evacuation, sheltering…