*Administration of Barack Obama, 2015 *

**Statement on the Crash of Amtrak Train 188 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania **

*May 13, 2015 *

Along with Americans across our country, Michelle and I were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the derailment aboard Amtrak Train 188. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of those we lost last night and to the many passengers who today begin their long road to recovery. Along the Northeast Corridor, Amtrak is a way of life for many. From Washington, DC, and Philadelphia, to New York City and Boston, this is a tragedy that touches us all. As we work to determine exactly what happened, I commend the fire, police, and medical personnel working tirelessly and professionally to save lives. Philadelphia is known as the city of brotherly love—a city of neighborhoods and neighbors—and that spirit of loving-kindness was reaffirmed last night, as hundreds of first responders and passengers lent a hand to their fellow human beings in need.

*Categories:* Statements by the President : Amtrak Train 188, crash in Philadelphia, PA*.*

*Names:* Obama, Michelle*.*

*Subjects:* Pennsylvania : Crash of Amtrak Train 188 in Philadelphia.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201500360.