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Calif. Declares Emergency Over Swine Flu

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(AP) – Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger today declared a state of emergency that will help California agencies coordinate efforts in response to the outbreak of swine flu. The proclamation from Schwarzenegger—who cautioned that "there is no need for alarm"—sets in motion a series of administrative actions, including ordering all agencies to coordinate with public health officials as needed in the state, which has 13 confirmed cases.

Luciana Alvarez waits for her ride at Los Angeles International Airport yesterday after arriving from Mexico.
Luciana Alvarez waits for her ride at Los Angeles International Airport yesterday after arriving from Mexico.   (AP Photo)
Carlos Gonzalez wears a face mask to protect himself from the swine flu as he arrives at Los Angeles International Airport.
Carlos Gonzalez wears a face mask to protect himself from the swine flu as he arrives at Los Angeles International Airport.   (AP Photo)
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks last week in San Francisco.
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks last week in San Francisco.   (AP Photo)
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Nagual
Apr 28, 09 3:36 PM CDT
It's just an emergency.. no need for alarm. Reply
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drlarrymitchell
Apr 28, 09 4:37 PM CDT
Captain Trips is coming for you, Ahnuld! Reply
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radnip
May 1, 09 4:15 AM CDT
It's a good precedent for ALL flu - 36k deaths per year is nothing to sneeze at. It's a shame it takes a "named" flu to get that going. Reply
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