Charleston Fire Department marks 18 years since 9 firefighters killed in Sofa Super Store fire

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – It has been 18 years since nine of Charleston’s bravest lost their lives while battling a massive fire at a West Ashley furniture store and warehouse.

For 24 hours, Charleston fire personnel will stand watch at the flagpole inside Charleston 9 Memorial Park as they remember the fallen firefighters.

Each year, the department holds a ceremony at the Charleston 9 Memorial Park (1807 Savannah Highway), which was constructed on the grounds where the Sofa Super Store and warehouse were located, to honor the fallen…

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