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Executive Council
March 12, 2009

The 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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Media contacts:

Elizabeth Matthews
Director of Communications
Office of the Premier
709-729-3960
elizabethmatthews@gov.nl.ca 
Roger Scaplen
Press Secretary
Office of the Premier
709-729-4304, 727-0991
rogerscaplen@gov.nl.ca 

2009 03 12                                                    4:25 p.m.


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