Every year on September 11, Americans pause to remember one of the most significant and heartbreaking days in our nation's history. The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 people and forever changed the United States and the world.

On that clear September morning, four commercial airplanes were hijacked by terrorists. Two planes struck the towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, causing both towers to collapse. A third plane hit the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. The fourth aircraft, United Airlines Flight 93, crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after courageous passengers fought to regain control of the plane and prevent further destruction.

As we remember 9/11, we honor not only those who lost their lives, but also the extraordinary courage displayed in the face of unimaginable tragedy. Firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, military members, and countless ordinary citizens risked their own lives to help others. Their bravery remains an enduring example of service, sacrifice, and resilience.

For Pennsylvanians, the events of that day hold a particularly personal significance. The heroes aboard Flight 93 demonstrated remarkable courage, making a sacrifice that likely saved countless lives. Their actions continue to inspire generations and remind us of the power of unity and determination.

Memorial ceremonies held across the country each year ensure that the stories of those lost are never forgotten. Bells toll, flags are lowered, moments of silence are observed, and communities gather together to reflect on the importance of remembrance. These traditions help preserve the memory of those affected and teach future generations about the lasting impact of that day.

Twenty-five years later, the lessons of September 11 remain relevant. The attacks showed the strength of the American spirit and the ability of communities to come together during times of crisis. They reminded us of the importance of compassion, service, and standing united in the face of adversity.

Today, we remember the victims, honor the heroes, and express gratitude to all first responders who continue to protect our communities. May we never forget the lives lost, the sacrifices made, and the resilience that emerged from one of the darkest days in American history.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

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Northern Dauphin County

Harrisburg Area and Surrounding Communities

Hershey, Hummelstown, and Eastern Dauphin County

Chemical Fire Company No. 1 (Station 46) - Hummelstown [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Union Deposit Volunteer Fire Company (Station 47) - Hershey area [lowerswatarafire.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
Hershey Volunteer Fire Department (Station 48) - Hershey [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
South Hanover Volunteer Fire Company - Hershey/South Hanover Township [fire.fandom.com]

Southern Dauphin County

Steelton Volunteer Fire Department (Station 50) - Steelton [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
Londonderry Fire Company No. 1 (Station 54) - Middletown area [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Citizens Fire Company No. 1 of Highspire (Station 55) - Highspire [countyoffice.org], [fire.fandom.com]
Lower Swatara Volunteer Fire Department (Station 59) - Lower Swatara Township [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Middletown Volunteer Fire Department (Station 88) - Middletown [fire.fandom.com]

Specialized Fire Services

Harrisburg International Airport Fire Department (Station 70) - Middletown [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
193rd Special Operations Wing Fire Department (Station 71) - Middletown [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Cleveland-Cliffs Steelton Fire Department (formerly Bethlehem Steel Fire Department) - Steelton [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
Dauphin County Hazardous Materials Response Team (Station 77) - Steelton [fire.fandom.com], [countyoffice.org]

Harrisburg Area and Surrounding Communities

Hershey, Hummelstown, and Eastern Dauphin County

Chemical Fire Company No. 1 (Station 46) - Hummelstown [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Union Deposit Volunteer Fire Company (Station 47) - Hershey area [lowerswatarafire.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
Hershey Volunteer Fire Department (Station 48) - Hershey [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
South Hanover Volunteer Fire Company - Hershey/South Hanover Township [fire.fandom.com]

Southern Dauphin County

Steelton Volunteer Fire Department (Station 50) - Steelton [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
Londonderry Fire Company No. 1 (Station 54) - Middletown area [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Citizens Fire Company No. 1 of Highspire (Station 55) - Highspire [countyoffice.org], [fire.fandom.com]
Lower Swatara Volunteer Fire Department (Station 59) - Lower Swatara Township [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Middletown Volunteer Fire Department (Station 88) - Middletown [fire.fandom.com]

Specialized Fire Services

Harrisburg International Airport Fire Department (Station 70) - Middletown [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
193rd Special Operations Wing Fire Department (Station 71) - Middletown [fire.fandom.com], [lowerswatarafire.com]
Cleveland-Cliffs Steelton Fire Department (formerly Bethlehem Steel Fire Department) - Steelton [fire.fandom.com], [thecountyoffice.com]
Dauphin County Hazardous Materials Response Team (Station 77) - Steelton [fire.fandom.com], [countyoffice.org]

PERRY COUNTY

Blain Fire Company, 4 E. Main St., Blain, PA 17006 [perryco.org]

Duncannon Fire Company, 101 Cumberland St., Duncannon, PA 17020 [perryco.org]

Ickesburg Fire Company, 10350 Raccoon Valley Rd., Ickesburg, PA 17037 [perryco.org]

Landisburg Fire Company, 301 Faculty Ave., Landisburg, PA 17040 [perryco.org]

Liverpool Fire Company, 309 N. Market St., Liverpool, PA 17045 [perryco.org]

Marysville Fire Company, 326 Cameron St., Marysville, PA 17053 [perryco.org]

Millerstown Fire Company, 7 N. Market St., Millerstown, PA 17062 [perryco.org]

New Bloomfield Fire Company, 23 W. High St., New Bloomfield, PA 17068 [perryco.org]

New Buffalo Fire Company, New Buffalo, PA 17069 [perryco.org]

Newport Fire Company, 301 Mulberry St., Newport, PA 17074 [perryco.org]

Perdix Fire Company, 2 Firehouse Rd., Duncannon, PA 17020 [perryco.org]

Shermans Dale Community Fire Company, 5450 Spring Rd., Shermans Dale, PA 17090

York Area

Station 1: West York Fire Department (West York) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 8: Community Fire Company (York New Salem) [yorkcountypa.gov], [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Station 18: Goodwill Fire Company (Jacobus) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 19: Goodwill Fire Company (York Township) [pafirefighters.com]
Station 21: Friendship Fire Company of Hellam (Hellam) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 25: Liberty Fire Company No. 1 (York City) [pafirefighters.com]
Station 99: City of York Fire/Rescue Services (York) [wiki.radio...erence.com]

Dover / Northern York

Station 6: Union Fire & Hose Company (Dover) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 9: Dover Township Volunteer Fire Company (Dover Township) [yorkcountypa.gov], [countyoffice.org]
Station 15: Northern York Fire & Rescue (Dillsburg area) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 24: Alert Fire Company (Manchester Township/Emigsville) [york-county.org], [alertfireco.com]
Station 66: Wellsville Fire Company (Wellsville) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 67: Monaghan Township Volunteer Fire Company (Monaghan Township) [yorkcountypa.gov]

Northeastern York County

Station 22: Eagle Fire Company (Mount Wolf) [yorkcountypa.gov], [countyoffice.org]
Station 23: Union Fire Company (Manchester) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 26: Strinestown Community Fire Company (Manchester Township) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 27: Susquehanna Fire Company (York Haven) [yorkcountypa.gov], [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Station 28: Goldsboro Fire Company (Etters/Goldsboro) [yorkcountypa.gov], [localoffices.org]
Station 31: Newberrytown Fire Company (Etters) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 68: Fairview Township Fire Department (New Cumberland/Etters area) [yorkcountypa.gov], [countyoffice.org]

Eastern York County

Station 41: Wrightsville Steam Engine & Hose Company (Wrightsville) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 42: East Prospect Fire Company (East Prospect) [york-county.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 44: Craley Community Fire Company (Craley/Wrightsville area) [yorkcountypa.gov], [york-county.org]

Southern York County

Station 45: North Hopewell-Winterstown Volunteer Fire Company (Winterstown) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 47: Jefferson Volunteer Fire Company (Jefferson) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 54: Eureka Volunteer Fire Department (Stewartstown) [yorkcountypa.gov], [countyoffice.org]
Station 55: Airville Volunteer Fire Company (Airville) [yorkcountypa.gov], [york-county.org]
Station 56: Citizen's Volunteer Fire Company (Fawn Grove) [yorkcountypa.gov], [countyoffice.org]
Station 57: Delta-Cardiff Fire Company (Delta) [yorkcountypa.gov], [countyoffice.org]
Station 58: Rose Fire Company (New Freedom) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 60: Lake Clarke Rescue (Peach Bottom area) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 61: Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company (Shrewsbury) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 62: Community Fire Company of Seven Valleys (Seven Valleys) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 63: Loganville Fire Company (Loganville) [yorkcountypa.gov]

Western York County / Hanover Area

Station 4: Friendship Hose Fire Company (Spring Grove) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 11: Nashville Volunteer Fire Company (Spring Grove area) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 12: North Codorus Township Fire Department (Spring Grove) [yorkcountypa.gov], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 39: New Bridgeville Memorial Fire Company (Red Lion) [yorkcountypa.gov], [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Station 46: Hanover Area Fire & Rescue (Hanover, including Eagle and Clearview stations) [yorkcountypa.gov], [bing.com]
Station 52: Pleasant Hill Volunteer Fire Company (Hanover) [yorkcountypa.gov], [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Station 53: Porters Community Fire Company (Spring Grove area) [yorkcountypa.gov]
Station 77: Alliance Fire & Rescue Services (Red Lion area) [yorkcountypa.gov]

Specialized Services

Station 71: Eastern York Forest Fire Crew [yorkcountypa.gov], [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Station 72: Southern York Forest Fire Crew [yorkcountypa.gov], [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Station 69: DLA Susquehanna Fire & Emergency Services (New Cumberland) [yorkcountypa.gov]

Northern Lancaster County

Adamstown Fire Company (Station 11) - Adamstown
Akron Fire Company (Station 12) - Akron
Denver Fire Company (Station 13) - Denver, [pafirefighters.com]
Durlach & Mt. Airy Fire Company (Station 14) - Stevens , [pafirefighters.com]
Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company (Station 15) - Ephrata [ephratafire.org], [pafirefighters.com]
Lincoln Fire Company No. 1 (Station 16) - Ephrata [pafirefighters.com]
Cocalico Area Fire Department - Reamstown (Station 17-1) - Reamstown
Cocalico Area Fire Department - Smokestown (Station 17-2) - Denver/Reamstown area
Stevens Fire Company (Station 73 or 17-3) - Stevens [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Reinholds Fire Company (Station 18) - Reinholds [wiki.radio...erence.com], [pafirefighters.com]
Schoeneck Fire Company (Station 19) - Schoeneck [wiki.radio...erence.com], [pafirefighters.com]

Lititz / Manheim Area

Brickerville Fire Company (Station 21) - Lititz [brickervillefire.com], [
Brunnerville Fire Company (Station 22) - Lititz [countyoffice.org], [pafirefighters.com]
East Petersburg Fire Company (Station 23) - East Petersburg , [pafirefighters.com]
Lititz Fire Company No. 1 (Station 25) - Lititz [wiki.radio...erence.com], [pafirefighters.com]
Manheim Fire Department (Station 26) - Manheim [pafirefighters.com], [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Mastersonville Fire Company (Station 27) - Manheim Township [wiki.radio...erence.com], [pafirefighters.com]
Penryn Fire Company (Station 28) - Manheim [wiki.radio...erence.com], [pafirefighters.com]
Rothsville Fire Company (Station 24) - Lititz [wiki.radio...erence.com], [pafirefighters.com]
Neffsville Fire Company (Station 207) - Lancaster Township/Manheim Township [wiki.radio...erence.com], [pafirefighters.com]

Eastern Lancaster County

Bareville Fire Company (Station 31) - Leola [countyoffice.org], [localoffices.org]
Blue Ball Fire Company (Station 39-3 / 32) - Blue Ball [localoffices.org]
Bowmansville Fire Company (Station 33) - Bowmansville, [localoffices.org]
Caernarvon Township Fire Company (Station 34) - Narvon [countyoffice.org]
Farmersville Fire Company (Station 35) - Ephrata Area [localoffices.org], [pafirefighters.com]
Fivepointville Fire Company (Station 32) - Denver [Fivepointv...re Company], [localoffices.org]
Garden Spot Fire Rescue - New Holland/Blue Ball Region [localoffices.org],
Weaverland Valley Fire Department (Station 301) - Goodville [localoffices.org]

Lancaster City and Central Lancaster County

Lancaster City Bureau of Fire - Lancaster City [countyoffice.org]
Eden Fire Company - Lancaster [pafirefighters.com]
Rohrerstown Fire Company - Lancaster
Hempfield Fire Department - Landisville
Southern Manheim Township Fire Company - Lancaster [pafirefighters.com]
Lafayette Fire Company - Lancaster , [westlampeter.com]

Southern Lancaster County

Bart Township Fire Company (Station 51) - Quarryville
Christiana Fire Company (Station 52) - Christiana , [countyoffice.org]
Conestoga Volunteer Fire Company (Station 53) - Conestoga , [localoffices.org]
Hand-in-Hand Fire Company - Bird-in-Hand
Ronks Fire Company - Ronks
Witmer Fire Protective Association - Witmer
Lampeter Fire Company - Lampeter [westlampeter.com]
Strasburg Fire Company - Strasburg [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Peach Bottom Fire Company - Peach Bottom/Holtwood area [countyoffice.org]

Western Lancaster County

Mountville Fire Company - Mountville [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Marietta Fire Company - Marietta [wiki.radio...erence.com]
Bainbridge Fire Company (Station 71) - Bainbridge [westdonegaltwp.gov],
Maytown-East Donegal Township Fire Department (Station 79) - Maytown
Columbia Borough Fire Department (Station 80) - Columbia , [localoffices.org]
Elizabethtown Fire Department (Station 74) - Elizabethtown , [localoffices.org]

Specialized Fire Services

Lancaster County HazMat Team [pafirefighters.com]
Lancaster Airport Fire Department [pafirefighters.com]
Middle Creek Search & Rescue [pafirefighters.com]

Northern & Eastern Lebanon County

Station 1: Citizen's Fire Company No. 1 (Palmyra) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 2: Campbelltown Volunteer Fire Company (Campbelltown) [countyoffice.org], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 3: Lawn Fire Company (Lawn) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 5: Union Hose Fire Company (Annville) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 6: Bellegrove Fire Company (Annville) [bing.com], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 7: Union Water Works Fire Company (Annville) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 8: Cleona Fire Company No. 1 (Cleona) [bing.com], [pafirefighters.com]

Jonestown Area

Station 10: Perseverance Fire Company (Jonestown) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 11: Lickdale Community Fire Company (Jonestown/Lickdale) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 12: Ono Volunteer Fire Company (Ono) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 46: Greenpoint Fire Company (Jonestown) [countyoffice.org], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]

Lebanon Area

Station 9: Ebenezer Fire Company (North Lebanon Township) [countyoffice.org], [pafirefighters.com]
Station 14: Neversink Fire Company (Lebanon) [pafirefighters.com], [countyoffice.org]
Station 25: Friendship Fire Company (South Lebanon Township) [countyoffice.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 26: Hebron Hose Company No. 1 (Lebanon) [countyoffice.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 27: Citizens Fire Company of Avon (South Lebanon Township) [countyoffice.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 28: Weavertown Fire Company (Lebanon) [pafirefighters.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 29: Prescott Community Fire Company (Lebanon) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 39: Speedwell Fire Company (Lebanon) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 40: Mount Zion Community Fire Company (Lebanon) [countyoffice.org], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 42: Glenn Lebanon Fire Company (Lebanon) [countyoffice.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 43: Rural Security Fire Company (Lebanon) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 47: Bunker Hill Fire Company (Lebanon) [countyoffice.org], [countyoffice.org]

Myerstown / Richland Area

Station 30: Goodwill Fire Company No. 1 (Myerstown) [countyoffice.org], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 31: Hook & Ladder Fire Company (Myerstown) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 32: Kutztown Fire Company (Richland Area) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 33: Neptune Fire Company (Richland) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 34: Newmanstown Fire Company (Newmanstown) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 35: Schaefferstown Fire Company (Schaefferstown) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Station 36: Community Fire Company of Cornwall (Cornwall) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org], [bing.com]
Station 37: Quentin Volunteer Fire Company (Quentin) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org], [countyoffice.org]
Station 38: Mount Gretna Fire Company (Mount Gretna) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]

Western Lebanon County

Station 41: Fredericksburg Fire Company (Fredericksburg) [facebook.com], [countyoffice.org]
Station 45: Camp Strause Fire Company (Fredericksburg Area) [countyoffice.org]

Special Operations & Government Fire Services

Lebanon Bureau of Fire (City of Lebanon Fire Department) [pafirefighters.com], [countyoffice.org]
Fort Indiantown Gap Fire Department (Station 75) [bing.com], [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
Lebanon County HazMat Team (Station 50) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]
North Lebanon Fire & Emergency Services (Station 57) [lebanoncou...tyfire.org]

Reading Area

Reading Fire Department (City of Reading)
Mount Penn Fire Company (Mount Penn)
Lower Alsace Fire Company (Reading)
Greenfields Fire Company (Bern Township)
Muhlenberg Township Fire & Rescue (Muhlenberg Township)
Temple Fire Company (Temple)
Hyde Park Fire Company (Reading)

Greater Reading / Central Berks

Western Berks Fire Department (merged department serving multiple municipalities)
Wernersville Fire Company
Robesonia Fire Company
Lower Heidelberg Fire Company
West Wyomissing Fire Company
Wyomissing Fire Department
Spring Township Fire Department
Sinking Spring Fire Company
Shillington Fire Company
Cumru Township Fire Department

Northern Berks

Hamburg Fire Company
Shoemakersville Fire Company
Perry Township Fire Company
Tilden Township Volunteer Fire Company
Union Fire Company of Leesport
Ontelaunee Township Fire Company
Virginville Fire Company
Fleetwood Fire Company
Kutztown Fire Company

Eastern Berks

Boyertown Area Fire & Rescue
Earl Township Fire Company
Bally Fire Company
Barto Fire Company
Oley Fire Company
Pike Township Fire Company
Exeter Township Volunteer Fire Department
Monocacy Fire Company

Southern Berks

Geigertown Fire Company
Morgantown Fire Company
Twin Valley Fire Department
Union Fire Company of Birdsboro
Monocacy Hill Fire Company
Amity Fire Company

Western Berks

Womelsdorf Fire Company
Marion Fire Company
Strausstown Fire Company
Rehrersburg Fire Company
Bethel Fire Company
Tulpehocken Fire Company

Specialty & Airport Fire Services

Reading Regional Airport Fire Rescue
Berks County Hazardous Materials Team
Berks County Special Operations

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