ANNAPOLIS, MD (August 11, 2008) – Governor Martin O’Malley released the following statement today regarding the fatal accident on the Bay Bridge:          
          
          
          
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of those involved in the accident that took place on the Bay Bridge early Sunday morning.          
          
          
          
The unique nature of this incident and its aftermath have posed challenges for us all, but I want to commend the response of our State and local agencies and first responders for their quick and decisive action when they arrived on the scene. I also want to recognize the tremendous effort of the bridge inspection, engineering and maintenance crews that have worked diligently the past two days to make the necessary repairs and ensure the bridge is safe for travel.           
          
          
          
Every resource has been utilized to restore normal operations at the Bay Bridge.           
          
          
          
It goes without saying that the patience and understanding of the thousands of motorists who have had to deal with the traffic at the bridge since the incident is greatly appreciated.”          
          
          
          
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