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State leaders acknowledge mental impact of storm
Posted on Oct 12, 2024 at 6:41 AM
Beyond the damage and in many cases complete destruction of property is the burden of mental stress. This was acknowledged by every state official who spoke at a press conference held Oct. 10 at the farm of Ronnie and Terry Phillips in Treutlen County to highlight farm and timber losses.
“In the coming weeks and months, it will be critical that we do all we can to support Georgia producers as they navigate lost income and determine the next steps forward in their operations. The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and University of Georgia Cooperative Extension stands ready to provide support in continued damage assessment and rebuilding our state’s No. 1 industry – agriculture," said UGA College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Dean Nick Place.
Gov. Kemp also encouraged members of the ag community to support each other emotionally during this recovery period.
“The agriculture community pulls together, and they support each other. As we’ve traveled around the state the past two weeks, Marty reminded me that we’re all strong, tough people, but there are times where people need a hug, a pat on the back or just some rest. This isn’t a one week or a one-month problem.”
Trained counselors are available to talk confidentially via phone or texting at 988 24 hours a day/seven days a week through the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities.
Visit https://extension.uga.edu/topic-areas/timely-topics/Rural.html for more helpful resources.
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