Joe Biden Urges California To Take Tropical Storm Hilary “Seriously” & “Closely Monitoring” Ojai Earthquake Impact
deadline.comJoe Biden is extending his support to California as the state experienced the weather conditions brought by Tropical Storm Hilary and an earthquake that hit LA residents on Sunday afternoon. “At my direction, FEMA deployed to California federal personnel and supplies that can be surged to impacted communities,” Biden said in a statement. “The U.S.
Coast Guard pre-positioned aircraft to allow for rapid response and search-and-rescue efforts.” Biden also spoke to California Governor Gavin Newsom as the state was placed under a state of emergency ahead of the tropical storm hitting the U.S.
west coast. “I continue to be briefed on our preparedness efforts, and the storm’s potential impact – including flooding. My Administration stands ready to provide additional assistance as requested.
I urge people to take this storm seriously, and listen to state and local officials,” Biden added. A 5.1 magnitude earthquake with an epicenter in Ojai, California was registered on Sunday afternoon amid Tropical Storm Hilary hitting the state.
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