Pelosi Statement on Hurricane Matthew

"As families in Haiti mourn the loss of life and make plans to rebuild, Americans stand with them and all the people living in the path of Hurricane Matthew.  On the East Coast, as Americans are taking shelter and preparing for this deadly storm, we applaud the vigilance and leadership of all levels of government working diligently to protect American families and communities.

"First responders together with federal, state and local officials preparing for this disaster embody the best of America.  By working together to ensure the safety of all our families and communities, they honor the motto: E Pluribus Unum, out of many, we are one.  Together, let us unite to confront the impact of this storm and perform recovery work, as needed, in Florida and across the East Coast.

"Across the world, we are seeing increasingly violent weather events.  Confronting the global climate crisis remains one of the most urgent challenges of our time.  As communities encounter the devastating effects of the climate crisis – including deadly storms, surging oceans, and warming temperatures – this Congress must work together to create a safer America for all."