Firefighter Memorial Challenge

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — The Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters is sponsoring their annual Firefighter Memorial Challenge, in honor of the 343 members of the New York Fire Department who lost their lives coming to the aid of those in need on September 11, 2001.

The 2015 stair climb will challenge participants to climb the 22 stories of the towers five times, for a total of 110 stories. Contestants will climb the stairs going up, and are permitted to ride the elevator back down.

“We want to thank the UK administration, the UK Police Department, and the UK Fire Marshal’s Office for all of their cooperation and support,” said Lexington Firefighter John Barnott. “We encourage UK students, faculty, staff, and the greater Lexington community to get involved in the Firefighter Memorial Challenge, either by participating in the climb or helping as a volunteer.”

The event will begin on September 12 at  9 a.m., and is open to anyone age 14 and up.

Pre-registration is set at $25, and there is on-site registration for $30.