Hattiesburg Honors Firefighters, Remembers 9/11 Attacks, Mississippi Who Died

City Holds Ceremony for First Responders, Unveils Memorial Honoring Victims

HATTIESBURG, Miss. - The City of Hattiesburg honored its firefighters and remembered the victims of the September 11th attacks during a ceremony on Sunday.

Firefighters Honored for Service

The ceremony recognized the Hattiesburg Fire Department's efforts in responding to emergencies and their ongoing commitment to the community.

Firefighters were presented with awards for their bravery and dedication, and city officials expressed their gratitude for their service.

Memorial Unveiled Honoring 9/11 Victims

The ceremony also included the unveiling of a memorial honoring the victims of the 9/11 attacks.

The memorial, located at Fire Station No. 1, features the names of the Mississippi residents who lost their lives in the attacks.

Community Remembers Victims, First Responders

The ceremony drew a large crowd of community members who came together to remember the victims of 9/11 and honor the first responders who served during the attacks.

Speakers at the event emphasized the importance of never forgetting the sacrifices made by so many on that day.

Call to Action

The ceremony concluded with a call to action for the community to continue to support first responders and to work together to prevent future tragedies.

City officials urged residents to reach out to their local fire department to learn more about volunteer opportunities and ways to contribute to their efforts.