Gov. Gregoire�s statement on fatal refinery fire

For Immediate Release: April 2, 2010

�My thoughts and prayers this morning are with the loved ones of those killed in the tragic refinery fire overnight in Anacortes. The loss is tremendous and painful � these were hard working individuals who were no doubt committed to Tesoro. I also pray for those critically injured.

�Inspectors from our state�s Department of Labor and Industries are currently at the refinery to conduct an investigation. In the meantime, I pledge my support to the company � and promise to help them recover from this tragic event.�