Congresswoman Barbara Lee Statement on Earthquake in Japan and Tsunami Warnings in California and the Pacific Coast
Media Contact: Joel Payne, (202) 225- 2661
“My thoughts and prayers are with the Japanese people in the aftermath of this morning's earthquake. We do not yet know the full extent of the damage and casualties caused by this disaster, but the images from Japan this morning have been heartbreaking.
"We also must be vigilant about the possibility of aftershocks and tsunami waves extending from Japan all the way to my home state of California and the Pacific Coast of the United States. I encourage my constituents and all those in affected areas to take warnings and advisories seriously and follow the instructions of emergency management personnel and local officials.
"I echo the President's commitment to stand with Japan as they begin the difficult task of recovering and rebuilding from this disaster."
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