Joe Biden Urges California To Take Tropical Storm Hilary Seriously: Closely Monitoring Ojai Earthquake Impact

Joe Biden extends support to California as Tropical Storm Hilary and an earthquake hit the state. FEMA and Coast Guard are deployed.

Joe Biden has expressed his support for California as the state faces the effects of both Tropical Storm Hilary and an earthquake that struck Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon. In a statement, Biden announced that FEMA has been deployed to California to provide federal personnel and supplies to affected communities. The U.S. Coast Guard has also pre-positioned aircraft to facilitate rapid response and search-and-rescue efforts. Biden has been in contact with California Governor Gavin Newsom to discuss emergency preparedness measures and the initial response to the storm. He assures that his administration is closely monitoring the situation and stands ready to provide additional assistance as needed. Biden emphasizes the importance of taking the storm seriously and following the guidance of state and local officials. In addition to the storm, a 5.1 magnitude earthquake occurred in Ojai, California, but no significant damage has been reported. The Los Angeles Unified School District has decided to close schools on Monday due to the tropical storm. Biden's administration is also monitoring the earthquake and its potential impacts. The president has deployed federal personnel to Nevada to offer support and is coordinating with California, Nevada, and Arizona to determine any additional resources required.

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