President Obama this morning sent his condolences to the people of Japan after a record 8.9-magnitude earthquake sent a devastating 30-foot wave flooding onto the island nation, dragging cars, boats, and other large debris. At least 60 people are reported dead. “The United States stands ready to help the Japanese people in this time of great trial,” the president’s statement said. “The friendship and alliance between our two nations is unshakeable, and only strengthens our resolve to stand with the people of Japan as they overcome this tragedy.” He also put the Federal Emergency Management Agency on alert in case Hawaii or any other U.S. states are affected by the tsunami. Obama has a news conference planned for later today, where he will likely give more details on the U.S. response to the tragedy in the Pacific. [See photos of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.]
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