The residents of Flint, Michigan are unable to use their tap water. State government has declared an emergency, the governor has expressed his regret, and state officials have resigned.
"Snyder met with Mayor Karen Weaver two days after declaring an emergency for Flint and Genessee County. Both described the discussion as productive and said they agreed to establish a group of state and local agency officials that will consider future steps."
(http://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2016-01-07/michigan-governor-stat...)
However, the people need access to clean drinking water NOW.
(http://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/how-help-flint-michigan?cid=sm_f...)
Clearly this is beyond the capabilities of local responders.



