Representative Chris Sinicki’s statement about the Patrick Cudahy plant fire

Source: Rep. Christine Sinicki

“We want the Patrick Cudahy workers to know that we will do everything in our power to assist them in this time of need.  We are committed to working with Mayor McCue and Smithfield Foods to return this plant to operation.  For over 112 years, Patrick Cudahy has been the backbone of Cudahy , and we will not let this tragedy change that.”

“We cannot commend highly enough the Mayor of Cudahy, Ryan McCue, the Chiefs and crews of the Cudahy Fire and Police Departments, as well as their Public Health Department, and their colleagues in police, fire and public health departments from 14 surrounding communities including St. Francis and the entire South Shore, and Milwaukee County. Their heroic efforts have saved lives and prevented further damage.

“In addition, we’d like to thank  South Milwaukee High School , the Red Cross, the Salvation Army, all of the local businesses that offered comfort and aid and the hundreds of volunteers who have helped provide relief to the emergency workers and to Cudahy residents who were forced to evacuate.

“We also extend our thanks and praise to the management of Patrick Cudahy and their HazMat and other staff who stood with fire and police responders in finding the smartest ways possible to fight this fire for the safety of Cudahy residents and emergency personnel.

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