WILLIAMSON COUNTY — Williamson County Board Chairman Jim Marlow Wednesday signed a disaster declaration upon the recommendation of the county’s Emergency Management Agency Director Kelly Urhahn.

Williamson County Emergency Management confirmed that a tornado developed in the county Tuesday and caused significant damage to local homes and businesses. No injuries or fatalities have been reported.

The execution of the disaster declaration officially recognizes the event as a disaster and activates Williamson County’s Emergency Operations Plan.

Teams from Williamson County EMA, assisted by personnel from Franklin County Emergency Management Agency conducted detailed field damage assessment Wednesday of all residential and business structures that were affected.

Teams from the National Weather Service conducted a detailed assessment to determine the path and strength of the tornado.

And officials from the American Red Cross have been deployed to reach out to citizens affected to aid in recovery efforts. Home Depot out of Marion has graciously donated supplies to assist local residents.

 Williamson County officials are asking citizens to report significant structural damage or any assistance needs the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center at 997-6541.