The sports teams of the Washington DC area have offered their condolences after the tragic plane crash near Ronald Reagan airport on Wednesday night, which has left 60 passengers and four members of the crew allegedly dead.
It is believed that the tragedy, which occurred when an American Airlines plane crashed with an army helicopter, killed 14 people from the artistic skating community.
And the tastes of nationals, Wizards, Commanders and DC United of Washington have led the tributes of the sports world following the horrible accident.
The nationals wrote in x: 'All of us in Washington's nationals are devastated by the tragic events that took place last night near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones. We extend our deepest gratitude to the heroic lifeguards who helped in the rescue and recovery mission.
Meanwhile, the commanders offered a Sincere statement also.
“We join the entire DMV to cry the tremendous loss of life in the horrible accident last night on the Potomac River,” the team wrote. 'Our hearts are broken for passenger families and the crew of the 5342 flight of American Airlines and the crew of the army helicopter based in the Davison Army airfield that tragically perished in the accident. Our entire community cries with you.
Emergency response units evaluate aircraft remains on the Potomac River
The commanders are among Washington teams to offer their condolences on Thursday.
'We thank the first responders who worked throughout the night to support the search and rescue effort. May God bless all victims.
Monumental Sports and Entertainment, which has several teams, including Wizards and Capitals, saying They were “deeply sad” for what had happened.
'We extend our thoughts and prayers to families, loved ones and all the impacted. And we thank all the first to respond for their heroic effort in this mass coordinated effort.
DC United of MLS also offered his condolences.
'DC United is conscious and actively monitors the ongoing research on the tragic collision between a commercial flight and a helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport on Wednesday, January 29,' The team began.
'Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with the families and individuals affected by this devastating event. As a club, we recognize that these tragic moments affect not only those directly involved but also the entire community.
'In times of difficulty, it is more important than ever to stay together, supporting each other with compassion and strength. We are with our city and our community while we navigate for this difficult moment together.
In addition, Us Soccer published a statement Thursday morning.
'American football cries the loss of lives and all those affected by the tragedy in the Washington, DC area, including our colleagues in the figurative skating of the USA. UU. When dealing with the loss of members of their skating community, as well as to the US airlines and the military that lost passengers and crew members, '' the organization said. “We are grateful for all the lifeguards who are helping in recovery efforts.”
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