Yesterday, His Holiness, Pope Francis sent condolences to Church and civil authorities in Laos, where a hydroelectric dam has collapsed, causing death and injury to many.
To the local ecclesiastical and civil authorities
Having learned with sadness of the loss of life and of the injury caused by the serious floods following the collapse of a hydroelectric dam in southeast Laos, His Holiness, Pope Francis expresses heartfelt solidarity with all those affected by this disaster. His Holiness is praying especially for the repose of the souls of those who are deceased, the healing of those injured and the consolation of all those who grieve the loss of their loved ones and who fear for the lives of those still missing. The Holy Father likewise offers encouragement to the civil authorities and all those involved in the search and rescue efforts as they assist the victims of this tragedy. To all he sends his blessing.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State
Telegram of Condolence
for victims of flooding in Laos
To the local ecclesiastical and civil authorities
Having learned with sadness of the loss of life and of the injury caused by the serious floods following the collapse of a hydroelectric dam in southeast Laos, His Holiness, Pope Francis expresses heartfelt solidarity with all those affected by this disaster. His Holiness is praying especially for the repose of the souls of those who are deceased, the healing of those injured and the consolation of all those who grieve the loss of their loved ones and who fear for the lives of those still missing. The Holy Father likewise offers encouragement to the civil authorities and all those involved in the search and rescue efforts as they assist the victims of this tragedy. To all he sends his blessing.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State
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