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United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) issued the following statement today regarding the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina:

“My thoughts and prayers are with those who suffered through Hurricane Katrina and are continuing to suffer through its aftermath. I especially pray for those who have lost loved ones and hope they can find some comfort in this time of distress.

“I commend the many volunteers, health care workers, law enforcement officials and military personnel who are selflessly working around the clock to help those who have been devastated by this hurricane.

“It is my hope that my constituents will join me in making a contribution to a charitable organization. The people affected by this storm desperately need our help right away. A donation to the American Red Cross, the Salvation Army, or other charitable groups will help provide the resources necessary for these people to survive.”

Rep. Foxx has posted information on her Web site, foxx.house.gov, on how to make a contribution to the American Red Cross. She has also posted a “hurricane checklist” to help prepare Northwest North Carolinians for natural disasters.

“While our region has suffered from severe storms in the past, we have been fortunate to be spared from a storm of Katrina’s magnitude,” said Rep. Foxx. “Hurricane Katrina has reminded us of the need to be prepared and have an emergency plan ready in case something like this happens to our region.”

Rep. Foxx also acknowledged that the hurricane has had an adverse affect on gasoline prices. “We are looking at ways to deal with this serious issue,” she said. “In the meantime, if you are aware of people who are exploiting this situation by gouging prices, you can file a report to the U.S. Department of Energy through my Web site.”

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