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20 <br /> Challenges <br /> • Tropical Storm Chantal formed and made landfall with little to no <br /> advance notice, challenging standard preparedness timelines and <br /> forcing the immediate execution of emergency protocols. <br /> • The storm event resulted in severe and widespread impacts. <br /> • Downed trees and flooding blocked roads, created access <br /> limitations throughout the county. <br /> • Significant challenges were encountered in maintaining <br /> communications and situational awareness. <br /> • The scale of the incident exceeded local response capabilities, <br /> necessitating assistance from state resources. <br /> • Some apparatus and equipment was damaged during response to <br /> the storm. <br /> 20 <br />