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Gov. Christie Orders Flags In New Jersey To Be Flown Half-Staff In Mourning of Oklahoma Tornado Victims

TRENTON, N.J., (CBS) -  Governor Chris Christie ordered all State buildings to fly flags at half-staff on Wednesday in mourning of the tornado victims and devastation brought upon the State of Oklahoma.

"The people of the State of New Jersey have experienced firsthand the impact of natural disasters, and today we stand in unity with the people of the State of Oklahoma to mourn their losses," said Christie in the executive order.

Christie signed the Executive Order Tuesday.

At least 24 people have been killed after a massive tornado ripped through Moore, Oklahoma on Monday.

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