The U.S. Coast Guard pre-positioned aircraft to allow for rapid response and search-and-rescue efforts.
My Administration stands ready to provide additional assistance as requested.
I urge people to take this storm seriously, and listen to state and local officials, Biden added.
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No major damages have been reported but it gave Southern California residents a good jolt.
Los Angeles Unified School District announced they wereclosing schools on Mondayamid the tropical storm hitting Southern California.
Read the full press release from Biden below.
As soon as Tropical Storm Hilarys path became clear, my Administration took immediate action to prepare.
At my direction, FEMA deployed to California federal personnel and supplies that can be surged to impacted communities.
The U.S. Coast Guard pre-positioned aircraft to allow for rapid response and search-and-rescue efforts.
I continue to be briefed on our preparedness efforts, and the storms potential impact including flooding.
My Administration stands ready to provide additional assistance as requested.
I urge people to take this storm seriously, and listen to state and local officials.
We are also closely monitoring the earthquake that occurred in Southern California, and any resulting impacts.
