Across the United States, various states and communities are commemorating fallen law enforcement officers and firefighters. Memorial services and tributes are being held in states like Utah, Illinois, Nevada, and Texas, honoring those who have died in the line of duty. In Utah, two officers were recently added to the Law Enforcement Memorial wall. Illinois held an annual memorial service at the State Capitol, while Nevada honored Officers Victor Hunter, Anthony Francone, Trooper Alberto Felix, Trooper Clifford Fontaine, and Sergeant Michael Abbate by etching their names into their memorial. Additionally, Maryland is set to honor 13 fallen firefighters from Texas, and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation honors 89 firefighters who died in 2023 and 137 from previous years, reflecting a nationwide gesture of remembrance and respect for the sacrifices made by these first responders.
On International Firefighters' Day, we recognize the men and women who stand ready at a moment's notice to provide care in an emergency situation. Your support and continued vigilance are vital to our communities. https://t.co/bbLxaS9cqQ
Tonight the #PHLAirport ramp tower shines red to support @NFFF_News and Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters. We remember and honor all firefighters who have died in the line of duty, especially the members of the @PhillyFireDept #NFFFLighttheNight2024 https://t.co/5L8Wi33OD3
Happy International Firefighters Day. Serving as Chief of the @IslandParkNY Fire Department will forever be one of the highest honors I have been entrusted with. I am grateful for all fellow firefighters across #NY04 and America today and every day. https://t.co/miNTnxx39p
Today, the Muskingum County community honors and remembers its law enforcement officers who left for work and never returned home. To those who’ve fallen in the line of duty as well as their families, you are forever in prayers and in our hearts. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/43ifnl7sjU
Whether it's wildfires or residential fires, firefighters play an integral role in maintaining the safety of our SWFL community. Today we celebrate the brave men & women across the Sunshine State & the nation who keep us safe from fire. Happy International Firefighter's Day! https://t.co/OmOp7CziHF
Today, we celebrate Firefighter Appreciation Day. This week, I caught up with Fire Chiefs from Louisiana to discuss the ways Congress can support fire services back home and across the nation. As the son of a first responder critically injured in the line of duty, I know… https://t.co/OLY7Ef18rn
Honored to meet @MIFireChiefs to discuss what we can do in Congress to better protect our firefighters — from making batteries safer to mitigating cancer risks to better funding local fire houses. Together we can keep our communities, & the firefighters who protect them, safe. https://t.co/4zrsHYcZ6v
Today is International Firefighters Day, and we're proud to have some of the best in the world here in the City of Brotherly Love. Thank you to all of our firefighters, and every one around the world providing dedicated service #24x7x365. https://t.co/9zzTSF3Eao
I had a great morning at the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs’ 2024 conference and trade show, hearing about the brave work our firefighters do and sharing our commitment to invest in their success. Whether it’s recruiting and supporting firefighters or advancing new… https://t.co/7erCVRLEje
Every day, firefighters across Montana sprint into dangerous conditions at a moment's notice to save lives and protect our communities. As Chair of the Fire Services Caucus, I'm working tirelessly to honor their courage, and this International Firefighters Day, I say thank you. https://t.co/f83UbLtzPY
Our Oklahoma firefighters have made significant sacrifices and have dedicated their lives to protect our communities. Take the time to thank a firefighter today! https://t.co/nHeWJcZzQK
Join us in honoring firefighters for their service and sacrifice, including our own Raiders alumni. https://t.co/1jXyex2msd
#TODAY Some fallen Central Texas firefighters will be among 13 from across the state to be honored in Maryland this weekend: https://t.co/JPtdRChLI3 #fox44tx
On International Firefighters Day, we thank and honor all our firefighters for the vital work they do to keep our communities safe every day. Earlier this week I met with NH fire chiefs to discuss ensuring our first responders have the tools and resources to do their job safely. https://t.co/5LdbqP6Fyt
Every year we hold a memorial service to honor the United States Capitol Police officers who died in the line of duty. It is our most sacred event. Let us never forget our fallen brothers and always keep their families in our hearts. https://t.co/YeJaUE7zZJ
I am proud to be a founding member of the Fire Brigade Union’s Parliamentary Group & on Firefighters Memorial Day I send my condolences to the families of all firefighters who have sacrificed their lives to save others. We remember the dead & fight for the living. @fbunational https://t.co/34qGfuXSRD
Nine years ago today, our @NYPD105Pct brother P.O. Brian Moore gave his life trying to take criminals with illegal guns off our streets. Every day, New York City police officers honor his sacrifice by continuing that work. He is never forgotten. #FidelisAdMortem https://t.co/KSLYIDglSZ
Firefighters, thank you for all that you do! 👩🚒❤️ https://t.co/nk7m2cY2hZ
Today on Firefighters Memorial Day, I am remembering the 2,300+ brave firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. I applaud the selfless commitment of all our firefighters who every day stand ready to save lives and protect our communities. Solidarity! https://t.co/zs8bRJPlUA
Today on Firefighters Memorial Day, I am remembering the 2,300+ brave firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. I applaud the selfless commitment of all our firefighters who every day stand ready to save lives and protect our communities from fires, floods,… https://t.co/e6uT5ZnM0d
Today is #FirefightersMemorialDay. A day when we honour the sacrifice of brave firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. A day we acknowledge the bravery of serving firefighters who run toward danger, while we run from it. On behalf of the Durham, I thank you. https://t.co/v65CaWc423
Today, we are marking Firefighters' Memorial Day to honour the bravery and sacrifice of all firefighters who have died while serving their communities. Across our stations, flags are being flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset and a minute's silence will be observed at 12pm.… https://t.co/SSQjyaD5RF
This #InternationalFirefightersDay, we recognize the dedication of those who rush towards danger to keep us safe. 🔥🚒🧑🚒 With FLAIM Systems, we’re helping fire departments reduce traditional training hazards and more: https://t.co/CuyfLDyBAE #Firefighter #VR #FLAIMSystems https://t.co/EJNdglkLz3
Today on #FirefightersMemorialDay we remember the 2,300 UK firefighters who have died protecting us. #FMD2024 https://t.co/Jd4nX1TMuY
Observing #InternationalFirefightersDay, Indian Railways acknowledges the invaluable service and unwavering dedication of brave firefighters worldwide. https://t.co/I2Qx2bRfZ1
Please join the #LACoFD to honor 226 fallen FFs to be added to the @NFFF_News Roll of Honor, including 8 of our own.🙏🏼🚒 On 5/4 at 6:30 pm (ET), families will gather for a candlelight service & on 5/5 at 10:00 am (ET) for a memorial service. Webcam: 🔗 https://t.co/QG4nBHRZ3M https://t.co/5hsYtBiBuY
Austin Police Department honors officers killed in lined of duty https://t.co/O8OPSSvmfh
International Firefighters Day being observed today https://t.co/pzzDqEvks4 https://t.co/icM5UlXPtz
Light the Night: How you can honor fallen firefighters this weekend. https://t.co/ASiisHvdYH Click the image to read more:
The Austin Police Department is honoring all 29 police officers who died in the line of duty at its Biannual Austin Police Memorial Event on Friday. READ MORE: https://t.co/UK81msNUdA
Our WA state firefighters risk their lives every day to protect our communities and we need to make sure they have the support they need to do their jobs. I met with @WAFireChiefs to express my gratitude & discuss how I can continue to be their partner here in the Senate. https://t.co/X5VIM0N46s
Tonight, #teamHCSO joined Tampa Fire Rescue to honor the firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of service. Their heroism will never be forgotten, their legacy will always be remembered. https://t.co/2ClBYgFnAD
Firefighters bravely risk their lives to keep our communities safe. Grateful to Fire Chief Dan Durkee of Platteville-Gilcrest Fire Protection District and Station Number 1 for having me today and speak about all the hard work his team does on behalf of Coloradans. https://t.co/1ltTeaiH9k
Our first responders risk everything to keep our communities safe. On Fallen Heroes Day, we pay tribute to the police officers, firefighters and medical personnel who have died in the line of duty. We owe them and their families an insurmountable debt of gratitude.
It was a pleasure meeting with NC firefighters this week, including Franklinville Fire Chief Brian Causey and NC State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor! From battling blazes to rescuing lives, we thank these brave heroes for all they do to keep our communities safe. https://t.co/Oh7pN4yxKe
Yesterday, Superintendent Larry Snelling and members of the #ChicagoPolice Department joined hundreds of law enforcement members in Springfield at the annual ceremony to remember and honor fallen heroes from across the State of Illinois. https://t.co/SEM3GEwymD
Firefighters are heroes who put their lives on the line to keep all of us safe. I spoke with @MN_FireChiefs to discuss the work I’m doing to ensure that firefighters have the funding, training, equipment, and benefits they deserve. https://t.co/iBrNFYHS1Q
Flags will fly at half-staff Sunday, May 5 as the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation honors 89 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2023 and 137 firefighters who died in previous years. https://t.co/46kWY1PvG9
Six fallen police officers were honored at an annual memorial service outside the Illinois State Capitol Thursday. https://t.co/7qJaiCt5UH
THIS WEEKEND: Some fallen Central Texas firefighters will be among 13 from across the state to be honored in Maryland this weekend: https://t.co/neEKF6R6VO #fox44tx
Fallen Chicago police officers memorialized at Illinois State Capitol https://t.co/pQGYrY0C98
On Thursday, families gathered to honor the two officers whose names were added to the Utah Law Enforcement Memorial wall after being killed in the line of duty. @KSLSharaPark has the story. Read: https://t.co/71zPh4Udzy https://t.co/BqRUjPu5QM
Today, we honor our fallen Nevada law enforcement officers. As we etch their names into our memorial, we will never forget their bravery and sacrifice. Officer Victor Hunter Officer Anthony Francone Trooper Alberto Felix Trooper Clifford Fontaine Sergeant Michael Abbate https://t.co/7IS7olB8vm