- Tallahassee Fire Department to host their inaugural walk on 9/11 to remember lives lost during the tragic event 23 years ago.
- They will be joined by first responders across the City and County and will walk 1.1 miles, to represent the number of floors in the World Trade Center.
- Watch the video to hear from first responders in our community about why this walk, and day, is important.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
First responders will unite to honor those who died on September 11, 2001. The Tallahassee Fire Department is hosting their inaugural walk, along with Emergency Service workers across the county. They’ll walk 1.1 miles in remembrance of those who fell victim to the 9/11 terror attacks.
September 11 is a day of painful memories for our nation.
“When others were running away from the World Trade Centers, first responders were running towards, to help folks in need,” said Darryl Hall, Deputy Chief with Leon County Emergency Medical Services.
“Many people, especially today, who probably entered the fire service because of that day,” said Todd Inserra, Public Information Officer for the Tallahassee Fire Department.