By Laura French
EMMITSBURG, Md. — The 2020 National Stair Climb to honor the firefighters who died responding to the 9/11 terrorist attacks will be held as a virtual event this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) announced.
Participants are encouraged to climb the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center, complete a 9.11K run or walk or complete an alternative workout between 8:46 a.m. and 10:28 a.m. on Sept. 11 or Sept. 12. The event is open to anyone to participate in independently.
The NFFF will provide an opening ceremony video, printable honor badges and a digital bell available in September to mark the event.
The event benefits the FDNY Counseling Service Unit and the NFFF’s programs to support the families of fallen firefighters.