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Santa Monica Firefighter Matt Randleman lowers the flag to half mast during the 911 Remembrance Ceremony at SMFD headquarters on Thursday, September 11, 2013. The September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon in Arlington, Va. and in Shanksville, Pa. resulted in the deaths of 2,977 people. Those killed included 343 Firefighters, 60 Police Officers and 8 private EMT/Paramedics totaling 411 emergency personnel. Also included in the civilian deaths were 5 people with connections to Santa Monica. In recognition of those who perished on that tragic day, the Santa Monica Fire Department annually conducts a brief and solemn remembrance ceremony consistent with the International Association of Fire Chiefs recommended protocols. All four community Fire Stations participated.

Update on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 08:37AM by

Fabian Lewkowicz

Santa Monica Fire Department Chief Scott Ferguson addresses his firefighters during the 911 Remembrance Ceremony at SMFD headquarters on Thursday, September 11, 2013. "It's never enough just to "remember" one day a year; but, it's a start. In honor of the 343, all firefighters, career or volunteer, owe it to future generations to take a few moments today to recommit to the most honorable of our profession's values: service before self," Chief Ferguson.