Bono Mack Offers Prayers for Japan Earthquake Victims

Statement

In the aftermath of today's tragic events in Japan, Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today issued the following statement reminding residents about the importance of being prepared in the event of a major earthquake:

"We are all saddened by the loss of life and destruction caused by the devastating earthquake and tsunami which have rocked Japan. Our prayers go out to the victims, their families and every single person impacted by today's horrific events.

"In the aftermath of the 8.9-magnitude earthquake, we are painfully reminded of the importance of doing everything possible to be prepared when disaster strikes, as well as the life-saving potential of promising new technologies that can provide advanced warnings for our region.

"The Great California Shakeout and other readiness programs help prepare communities, first responders and organizations in the case of a major earthquake. I've seen firsthand how programs such as these increase understanding and awareness of the critically-important precautions and measures needed to deal with catastrophic events.

"I encourage our entire community to review their emergency preparedness plans and check safety equipment and provisions to minimize the impact of future incidents on residents and visitors."

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