President Calls Governor Cuomo to Offer Support

Statement by Governor Andrew Cuomo

"President Obama called this afternoon. He had been briefed on our situation and expressed his desire to immediately be helpful in our recovery efforts. We discussed ways the federal government could help and coordination between New York State, FEMA and other relevant agencies. The President specifically asked that I pass on his heart-felt condolences to the families of those who were lost."

Photo source: The White House

Author: Pete Souza

Permission: Public Domain