Wadena Makes Good Progress

The Mayor of Wadena says they have made good progress in the clean-up effort following the devastating tornado that crushed the town last week.  Still, Wayne Wolden says, "We're still a disaster state."

The twister destroyed 262 structures and 25 homes.

Governor Tim Pawlenty was in town yesterday, and may make another stop today.  He has requested federal financial help.  The Governor wrote to President Obama seeking a major disaster declaration for several counties, including Wadena.  In his letter he said the disaster "Is of such severity and magnitude that effective response is beyond the capabilities of the state and local governments."