Curry, Quay score funds after storms

SANTA FE – The governor’s office issued two executive orders last week approving emergency funding for Quay and Curry counties after they were hit by spring storms.

Both executive orders from Michelle Lujan Grisham provide up to $750,000 to each county for repairs and recovery efforts.

According to a news release from the governor’s office:

Curry County executives applied for funding to clear and repair damage after a series of storms between May 24 through June 5 in cities across the county, including Clovis, Texico, and the villages of Melrose and Grady.

Curry County declared a state of emergency on June 5.

Quay County executives declared a state of emergency on June 5 as a result of rainfall that started on May 25 and accumulated more than 8 inches in less than 12 hours.

The city of Tucumcari and the villages of Logan, San Jon, and House experienced flood damage after the storm.