Akron, Ohio, June 17, 2021 — On September 11, 2021, Akron Fire Fighters Association Local 330, the City of Akron, the Akron Fire Department, Summit County Executive’s Office, and the University of Akron will be hosting a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to honor those who gave their lives on that historic day 20 years ago.
The events of September 11, 2001, mark the deadliest terrorist attacks in world history. The response of FDNY Fire Operations personnel to the World Trade Center was unprecedented in scale and scope, with more than 200 fire units responding, approximately half of all units in the city. Their efforts were supplemented by numerous off-duty firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
Firefighters, police officers, and EMS professionals ascended into the Towers, hoping to reach everyone in the 110-story structures. Although we will never be able to fully grasp the mindset or stress of that day, we can honor those who answered the call for help and support our local first responders through the work of the Safety Forces Support Center.
Serving first responders primarily in Summit County, but also available to Portage, Stark, Medina, Cuyahoga and Wayne counties, the Safety Forces Support Center provides specialized services focusing on the unique job stressors that fire, law enforcement, EMS and dispatch personnel experience, which can have a significant impact on their physical, mental and emotional health. Its training programs are also offered to mental health professionals and chaplains.
“This event is an opportunity for not only firefighters, but the community to pay tribute to first responders and civilians who lost their lives on September 11. 2001. It also helps to raise funds to support our local Safety Forces Support Center,” said Akron Fire District Chief David O’Neil. “We invite anyone over the age of 18 who is up for the challenge, to participate with us on 9/11.”
Please consider being a part of the 20th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at The University of Akron’s InfoCision Stadium as we honor the 2,184 civilians, 343 firefighters, 72 law enforcement officers and 10 EMS personnel who lost their lives. Walk as an individual or as a team or consider providing a monetary donation or sponsorship. Proceeds will go directly to support the Safety Forces Support Center.
Sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Akron/911MemorialStairClimb
