Rep. Mike Thompson Announces Federal Disaster Assistance for Del Norte, Santa Cruz

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1) today announced that President Obama has approved federal disaster assistance for Del Norte and Santa Cruz counties following last month's devastating tsunami. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is still reviewing Governor Brown's requests for other affected communities. After receiving news of the federal disaster declaration, Rep. Thompson released the following statement:

“Last month's tsunami caused significant damage to infrastructure up and down California's coast. I am pleased that the president recognized the devastation in Del Norte and Santa Cruz counties and approved a federal disaster declaration for both areas. However, there are still other coastal communities that need assistance. That's why I'm urging President Obama to issue disaster declarations for all affected areas so they can continue the process of rebuilding.”