FEMA Director Witt on the Passing of Winston Cup NASCAR Driver Kenny Irwin 

Release Date: July 8, 2000
Release Number: HQ-00-076statement

"I am deeply saddened by the news of the crash that took the life of NASCAR Winston Cup driver Kenny Irwin. His recent partnership with FEMA to inform NASCAR fans about the work of the agency brought a young and vibrant face to our efforts. Along with my wife Lea Ellen and the employees of FEMA, I offer heartfelt sympathies to his family, members of his racing team, and the NASCAR community."

-- James Lee Wiit, Director, Federal Emergency Management Agency, July 8, 2000

FEMA Photo: See Caption Charlotte, N.C. May 18, 2000 -- NASCAR Winston Cup driver Kenny Irwin's racing car now sports a Project Impact logo as part of new partnership.
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FEMA Photo: See Caption Charlotte, N.C. May 18, 2000 -- Fans admire the new Project Impact racing car.
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FEMA Photo: See Caption Charlotte, N.C. May 18, 2000 -- NASCAR Winston Cup driver Kenny Irwin talks about the new partnership with FEMA's Project Impact.
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