FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 13, 2001
                                                 Contact: Sue Murphy
                                                          ASC Public Affairs
                                                          (937) 255-2725
                                                          PAM #01-182
                                                          
              Air Force Officials Cancel 5th Marathon

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Base officials here have cancelled 
the 5th U.S. Air Force Marathon, originally scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 
22, in response to concerns about the safety of participants and volunteers 
alike, following the suspected terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center 
and Pentagon Sept. 11 in New York City, N.Y., and Washington, D.C.

"We were prepared for a recording-breaking year, with over 3500 runners 
signed up and 12 wheelchair participants," said Tom Fisher, marathon 
coordinator.  "Although the cancellation is difficult for those who have 
worked so hard preparing for the marathon, in light of the recent 
activities, it is the best decision."

Registrants will be individually notified as soon as further details are 
finalized.  

http://www.wpafb.af.mil/

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