Obama Notified Of Boston Explosions, Administration In Contact With Local Authorities

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President Obama was notified of the explosions at the Boston Marathon Monday afternoon and instructed his administration to provide all necessary assistance, according to a White House pool report.

“His administration is in contact with state and local authorities,” a White House official said. “He directed his administration to provide whatever assistance is necessary in the investigation and response.” 

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