September 11 – For Hibbing firefighters, as is the case with many firefighters across the country and even the world, September 11th is a day of deep reflection. It is the day when 343 New York City firefighters lost their lives when terrorists attacked the World Trade Center buildings. As they have done for several years, Hibbing firefighters marked the day with a very solemn ceremony in front of the Hibbing Fire Department headquarters building. The ceremony included prayers by some of the area’s clergy and the ringing of the 5-5-5 alarm, which means that a New York firefighter has died. Hibbing Fire Captain Chris Petrack, who served as Master of Ceremonies, reminded the gathering that even though 12 years have passed since that tragic day, “we must hold true to the phrase of “Always Remember, Never Forget.”
Photo courtesy of the Hibbing Fire Department