Teamsters Feel Impact of Massive Explosion in San Bruno

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Sep 14, 2010, 02:51 ET

Teamsters Live in Affected Area; Were First Responders to Disaster

SAN BRUNO, Calif., Sept. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The massive gas pipeline explosion in San Bruno has deeply affected Teamsters Local 856, as members and retirees live in the affected area. It is not yet certain how seriously the Teamster brothers and sisters living in the area have been impacted.

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The brave first responders, San Bruno firefighters, San Bruno police officers and other city workers are also members of Local 856. The Teamsters commend the dedicated service of all the Teamsters first responders who have worked tirelessly to ensure public safety.

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who this tragedy has impacted," said Joseph Lanthier, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 856.

If you would like to help the Teamster members who have been impacted by this tragedy, checks may be made out the "Teamsters Local 856 Solidarity Fund."

Checks should be mailed to:

Teamsters Local 856
453 San Mateo Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066

Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents more than 1.4 million hardworking men and women in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico.

SOURCE Teamsters Local 856