WHEREAS, by Executive Order 2004-05, a state of emergency for the State of South Carolina was declared because of hazardous weather conditions caused by a winter storm; and

WHEREAS, the severe winter storm which began January 26, 2004, and resulted in accumulations of ice throughout the State has concluded and conditions are no longer hazardous.

NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Governor, pursuant to the Constitution and Statutes of the State of South Carolina, I declare that a state of emergency no longer exists and hereby declare that Executive Order 2004-05 is cancelled, rescinded, and from this date declared null and void.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND THE GREAT SEAL OF THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, THIS 5th DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004.

MARK SANFORD
Governor

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