WHEREAS, by Executive Order 2006-06, a state of emergency for Chester County, South Carolina, was declared because of hazardous chemicals released as a result of an uncontrollable fire in the JP Stevens No. 3 Mill located in the City of Great Falls; and

WHEREAS, the hazardous conditions which began on June 6, 2006, no longer present a danger to the citizens of Chester County.

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I declare that a state of emergency no longer exists and hereby declare that Executive Order 2006-06 is cancelled, rescinded, and from this date declared null and void.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 13th DAY OF JUNE 2006.

MARK SANFORD
Governor

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