White House Pool Report #6
Sent: 1:58PM
Prepared By: The Hill
POTUS emerged from the Oval at 1:47, walked to the end of the path on a sunny day, wearing jacket and no tie. Statement should be coming from the WH, check quotes against transcript.
POTUS called the earthquake in Chile "devastating," with early indications that hundreds have been killed. Said the U.S. is standing by and ready to assist with "rescue and recovery efforts" if asked by Chilean government. Said he called Chilean President Michelle Bachelet to let her know the U.S. is standing by.
Said he met with his national security team, and steps are being taken "to protect our own people," including tsunami warnings for Hawaii, Guam and American Samoa. POTUS added later that residents on the West Coast should also be alert.
Told residents in those areas: "The most important thing you can do is carefully heed the instructions of your state and local officials."
Said "we can't control nature," but we must be prepared.
Also, note from this morning's basketball game. VPOTUS also attended. Told his granddaughter is also on the team.
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