OLD LYME — Yesterday, the Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) escorted the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit into Old Lyme and residents and visitors cheerfully turned out on Lyme Street to celebrate its arrival.
A huge flag was hung across Lyme St. to welcome the exhibit.
The 9/11 Never Forget trailer was escorted from the NY/CT state line on I-95 North by cruisers from Connecticut State Police-Troop F Westbrook. It then left I-95 at Exit 70, took Rte. 156 to Ferry Rd., and then onto Lyme St., finally turning into the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools campus.
Clinton Volunteer Fire Department, Westbrook Fire, Essex Fire Engine Co. #1, Old Saybrook Fire Department, Lyme Fire Company, Old Lyme EMS, Flanders Fire Department, Niantic Fire, local classic car owners, and Riders of Fire CT1 all be joined the OLFD parade.
The 9/11 mobile exhibit is a tribute to all who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, including the 343 members of the Fire Department of New York City (FDNY) that made the ultimate sacrifice, and all who continue to lose their lives to 9/11-related illnesses. This high-tech, 83-ft. tractor-trailer, which transforms into an 1,100 square foot exhibit, is a tool to educate people across the country further about the events of that tragic day.
The trailer is curated by two retired FDNY firefighters, who have committed their time to the exhibit to educate the nation in remembrance of their fallen comrades. The OLFD is delighted to welcome them as their guests.
The OLFD is honored to have the exhibit joining their 100th anniversary event. Visit this link to read all about the OLFD Centenary celebrations in Old Lyme TODAY Saturday, July 15.
Visit this link on Facebook to view the latest on the OLFD 100th Anniversary Event: https://fb.me/e/62TDmPfKG?mibextid=Gg3lNB
Visit this link to view more about the 9/11 Tunnel to Towers Trailer Info: https://t2t.org/9-11-institute/9-11-never-forget-mobile-exhibit/
I hope someone will fb or YouTube live this. As a CT resident and 9/11 volunteer this is so important for everyone to see. .