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Lexington Officials Respond to Boston Marathon Explosions
Hours after Lexington celebrated Patriots' Day and the start of the American Revolution, tragedy struck in Boston as explosions rocked the area around the finish line of the Boston Marathon.
Two explosions within a football field and a few seconds of one another rocked the area around the Boston Marathon's finish line this afternoon, reportedly killing two and injuring dozens more. A third explosion reportedly occured more than an hour later at the JFK Library in Boston.
Deb Mauger, chairwoman of Lexington's Board of Selectmen, released the following statement after news of the explosions reached the town, which for most of the holiday weekend had enjoyed its annual Patriots' Day festivities:
The Board of Selectmen is horrified by the loss of life and injuries from explosions at the Boston marathon. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of those who were killed, to the injured and their families, to all those who have been traumatized by this event, and to the medical, emergency and public safety personnel who are involved in the emergency response. We hope whomever is responsible for this outrage will be identified.
We feel so fortunate that Lexington was able to celebrate our Patriots' Day without incident. On our 300th anniversary, we take note of our pride and patriotism to be citizens of Lexington, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the United States.
Deb Mauger
Chairman, Board of Selectmen
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