John, thanks, glad we're all safe.
The mayor (although I don't care for him) and our govenor, and the police and fire departments along with other city agencies have stepped up and are dping a very good job of dealing with this mess. Obama told the govenors of NY, NJ and Conn to call him directly for any assistance.
Breezy Point, the area is known as the Irish Riveria because it is populated by firemen and policemen.
This is a tragedy.
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But ya know what, we'll rebuild and be better than ever. I guess you just gotta be a New Yawker to understand.