    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book II)]
    [September 1, 2007]
    [Page 1157]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Situation at the Crandall Canyon Mine in Huntington,
    Utah
    September 1, 2007

        Since August 6, Americans have followed the fate of six miners
    trapped in a Utah mine. We have prayed for their safety, asked God to
    comfort their families, and witnessed the unwavering commitment of their
    community. Our hearts broke when three brave rescue workers gave their
    own lives in the search for the missing miners.
        The people of the central Utah mining community have inspired us all
    with their incredible strength and courage in the face of tremendous
    loss. Last night a difficult decision was made to end the search.
    Laura and I are deeply saddened by this tragedy
    and continue to pray for the families of these men.