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A: By declaring a state of emergency, the governor urges all nonessential personnel to stay off the roads so not to interfere with law enforcement and emergency responders. An emergency declaration doesn't mean motorists will be ticketed for merely being on the roads, and essential personnel is not defined by law.
A governor's request for a major disaster declaration could mean an infusion of federal funds, but the governor must also commit significant state funds and resources for recovery efforts. A major disaster could result from a hurricane, earthquake, flood, tornado or major fire which the president determines warrants supplemental federal aid.