Executive Council
March 12, 2009The following statement was
issued today by the Honourable Danny Williams, Premier of Newfoundland
and Labrador:
It is with a very heavy heart that we heard today of a
terrible tragedy off of our shores.
I want to express my most heartfelt and sincere
condolences to the family and friends of the individual who has been
confirmed lost. I cannot begin to imagine the sorrow and despair of
those who are left to mourn this incredible tragedy. We also assure the
families of those who remain missing, that the thoughts and prayers of
all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are with them during this most
difficult time.
We are a seafaring people who have for centuries lived
from the sea; people risking their lives every day to provide for their
families and contribute to this province. And yet, we will never, ever
be able to accept the loss of precious lives to the sea.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Decker and his
family.
We remain optimistic as the search and rescue efforts
continue and pray for the recovery of the remaining persons who were
involved in this tragic accident.
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