STATEMENT BY GOVERNOR LINDA LINGLE ON HAITI EARTHQUAKE RECOVERY

For Immediate Release: January 15, 2010

“The people of Hawai‘i have been following the news of the devastating disaster in Haiti with great interest and have been generously donating towards the relief effort.  The U.S. government has sent thousands of military personnel and tons of aid, including supplies and volunteers.  As always, our residents have reached deep into their hearts and pocketbooks to contribute to those Haitians who need immediate aid.

“The State of Hawai‘i stands with the people of Haiti during this time of crisis and we pledge our long-term support.  I urge everyone to continue donating to the American Red Cross and other relief agencies.  I also ask the people of Hawai‘i to keep the Haitians in their thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.”

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For more information, contact:
MG Robert Lee
State Adjutant General
Phone: (808) 733-4246

Lenny Klompus
Senior Advisor – Communications
Phone: (808) 586-7708

Russell Pang 
Chief of Media Relations
Phone: (808) 586-0043