Eight fallen firefighters from Mississippi will be honored at the 43rd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on May 4-5 in Emmitsburg, Md.
This year’s national tribute will honor 89 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2023 and 137 firefighters who died in previous years. “National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend is a time for our nation to pause and reflect on the heroic efforts and selfless service of the fallen firefighters we are paying tribute to this year,” said National Fallen Firefighters Foundation CEO Victor Stagnaro. “We will always remember the bravery, commitment, and sacrifices of each of these heroes – and their families.”
The events open to the public as part of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend include a candlelight service on May 4 at 7:30 p.m. ET and a memorial service on May 5 at 10 a.m. ET. Both will be held at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park.