Remembering 911 Through Stair Climb | Charlottesville News

Firefighters from Charlottesville and Albemarle, alongside community members, took on a grueling 110-floor stair climb at John Paul Jones Arena to honor the 343 New York firefighters lost on 9/11—20 years later. Starting at 8:50 AM, the climb mirrored first responders’ arrival time, with a solemn 8:46 AM silence marking the moment of the first plane strike. Many climbed in full gear, carrying photos of fallen heroes—both those who died that day and later from 9/11-related illnesses. At the top, each climber rang a bell and named their fallen firefighter, ensuring their legacy endures. The event powerfully underscored bravery, sacrifice, and enduring service, uniting participants in remembrance and respect. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/633e6d55cbd070f6