Sam Gibbons: “Today I would like to pay my condolences to the people and the families that suffered from the powerful tornadoes in…”

“Today I would like to pay my condolences to the people and the families that suffered from the powerful tornadoes in Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas in the last few days. The thoughts and prayers of all Nevadans are with the victims of this tragedy. Fire, police and emergency services and the National Guard's personnel worked alongside of heroic neighbors in working through the night to help people affected by this tragic act of Mother Nature. It will take some time to rebuild the damage to the houses, and homes, and buildings and the families. The Federal Government will now do its part in assisting with this effort, helping to rebuild the communities and the lives of those who were affected by these devastating tornadoes. I applaud the President's announcement to declare these States national disaster areas, allowing the Federal Government to offer speedy financial aid and support. I and the State of Nevada also stand ready to assist our friends and families as a Nation, and we must join together and persevere in this tragedy.”