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GOV Parson Outlines National Guard Role in COVID-19 Call up
Missouri Governor Mike Parson says the Missouri National Guard will play a major role in supporting state and community operations following its callup due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parson says The Guard is preparing to conduct several potential missions including but not limited to
--Assisting in the set up and operation of community based testing sites.
--Providing intrastate transportation of personnel and equipment for medical or testing support.
--Providing logistical support to local and state responders as needed.
--Continued assessment, facilitation, and construction of temporary medical or other facilities.
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