Ark. I want to say something about what's taken place in Seattle today. I send my prayers and express our country's concern for our fellow citizens in Seattle, Tacoma and Olympia areas of the state of Washington. Those folks were affected by a major earthquake today. Our prayers are with those who were injured and their families and with the many thousands of people whose lives have been disrupted. Thousands of people in Washington are without power or phone service.
Airports are closed.
And many buildings have sustained structural damage. My administration stands ready to help in any way we can. I've asked the director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Joe Allbaugh, to travel to Seattle to offer our assistance. I talked to Director Allbaugh. We will work with state and local officials to provide whatever help we can to the people of the state of Washington.