AUSTIN (KXAN) — First responders across the nation pay respects each year on this date to the firefighters, police officers, EMTs and other first responders who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.
Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies
Several ceremonies were held in Austin on Thursday, commemorating the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honoring the victims and first responders who died as a result of the attacks.
Austin-Travis County EMS hosted a memorial stair climb in downtown Austin Thursday morning. The ceremony included remarks from first responder agency leaders, a moment of silence, and a symbolic stair climb, followed by refreshments, live music and fellowship.
ATCEMS medics and local first responders across several different agencies participated in the memorial, which was held at the Austonian skyscraper…