The Tennessee congressional delegation released the following statement in response to the tornadoes that swept across Tennessee early Tuesday morning:

"Our hearts go out to all the Tennesseans impacted by these devastating storms, especially to the families of those that lost their lives. We urge everyone today who may be affected by additional storms to take proper precautions and consider safety first.

"We are continuing to monitor the situation and appreciate all our brave first responders.

"We stand united and ready to work with our governor and state and local officials to ensure that federal assistance is available. We will do everything we can to help Tennesseans and their communities rebuild and recover."

Contact:

Katie Feldhaus Jackson (Cooper), (202) 731-1702
Ashton Davies (Alexander), (202) 224-7154
Elizabeth Gregory (Blackburn), (202) 228-0426
William Bensur (Burchett), (202) 695-0175
Bartholomew Sullivan (Cohen), (202) 225-0561
Brendan Thomas (DesJarlais), (202) 225-6831
Justine Sanders (Fleischmann), (202) 225-3271
Sydney Thomas (Green), (202) 981-1129
Kate Kelly (Kustoff), (202) 226-5792
Whitley Alexander (Roe), (202) 225-6356
Rachel Lee (Rose), (202) 909-3962