Charleston Tragedy

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  • Fallen Charleston, S.C. Firefighters Mourned
    Fallen Charleston, S.C. Firefighters Mourned

    Thousands of firefighters from around the world are here this morning to honor their fallen brothers. CHARLESTON-- Bagpipers, salutes, the signaling of the bell -- the memorial service for nine firefighters here Friday was steeped in...

    Article • June 22nd, 2007

  • Funeral Information for Fallen Charleston, S.C. Firefighters

    Nine Charleston, S.C. firefighters died battling a furniture warehouse blaze on June 18.Bradford "Brad" Baity Visitation for Engineer Baity will be held Friday, June 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at West at Stuhr Funeral Home's West Ashley Chapel on 3360...

    News • June 21st, 2007

  • Charleston Message Clear During Safety Stand Down Week

    As the deaths of nine firefighters killed battling a South Carolina blaze continue to reverberate through the fire community, so does the need to ask why? How?As the deaths of nine firefighters killed battling a South Carolina blaze continue to...

    Article • June 21st, 2007

  • Brother Relates Waiting to Carry Brother Out
    Brother Relates Waiting to Carry Brother Out

    The deputy chief at Pine Ridge Volunteer Fire Company was joined at the fire scene by his other brother, also a firefighter, and their dad. SUMMERVILLE, S.C. -- Jeffrey Thompson got a knot in his stomach Monday night when he got no answer on his...

    Article • June 21st, 2007

  • President Bush Offers Statement on Charleston Tragedy

    President Bush issued a statement praising the firefighters for their skill, courage and commitment to Charleston.CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Mourners have left flowers and cards in front of fire stations and monuments in Charleston after nine...

    Article • June 20th, 2007

  • Memorial Service for The Fallen Charleston, S.C Firefighters

    Memorial and vigil service details released.A memorial service has been planned for the 9 fallen firefighters to be held on Friday, June 22, 2007 at 10 a.m.It will be held at the North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston.COLOR...

    Article • June 20th, 2007

  • Charleston Mourns, Firefighters Wonder Why
    Charleston Mourns, Firefighters Wonder Why

    Makeshift memorials are everywhere. Flags fly at half mast. Signs in front of businesses ask for prayers. This historic southern city is in mourning.CHARLESTON -- Makeshift memorials are everywhere. Flags fly at half mast. Signs in front of...

    Article • June 20th, 2007

  • City of Charleston Fire Department Profile
    City of Charleston Fire Department Profile

    The Fire Chief Russell Thomas supervises about 237 personnel.The City of Charleston Fire Department is a Class I rated department consisting of 19 fire companies located throughout the city.

    Article • June 19th, 2007

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