Violent storms that blew through the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation has caused tribal leaders to declare a disaster.

In a news release, tribal leaders said many structures were lost and power was out for several days.

The tribe says that high winds destroyed pole barns and grain bins, as well as miles of power lines.

Food spoiled because of the lack of electricity, which caused hardships for people living in remote areas.

And hail left large tracts of land unusable for grazing.

The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe has set up a command center for residents to contact for assistance.

Tribal chairman Harold Frazier says the disaster declaration will assist the tribe and individuals in getting additional resources.