[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 9]
[House]
[Page 12129]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



          IN APPRECIATION OF MEDIA COVERAGE OF OKLAHOMA STORM

  (Mr. LUCAS of Oklahoma asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. LUCAS of Oklahoma. Madam Speaker, I rise today to express my 
heartfelt appreciation to all of the radio and TV stations that 
provided around-the-clock coverage during the recent storm that ravaged 
the State of Oklahoma.
  The advanced emergency weather warnings provided by these stations 
and their employees allowed Oklahomans to find safe cover before 
tornadoes struck their neighborhoods and communities. This outstanding 
service saved countless lives.
  Not only did these local broadcasters provide early storm warnings, 
but they continued to offer accurate and useful information to their 
audiences during the chaos that followed the terrible storm.
  I know I speak for all Oklahomans as I thank them for their tireless 
efforts during this tragedy.

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