Southampton Firefighters Mark 25 Years With 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — The Southampton Fire Department will pay solemn tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11 during a remembrance ceremony Friday.

The event will unfold at the firehouse, located at 470 Hampton Road in Southampton.

An opening ceremony takes place at 8:15 a.m., with remarks by Southampton Fire Chief Polis Walker and an opening prayer by Rev. Jeremy Carlson of St. John's Church.

At 8:46 a.m., the moment the North Tower was struck, a 20-second commemorative siren activation will take place, as well as a moment of reflection, and "Amazing Grace," performed by a member of the Hampton Bagpipes.

At 9:03 a.m., the moment the South Tower was struck, another 20-second commemorative siren activation will take place, as well as a moment of reflection, remarks by Southampton Village Mayor Bill Manger, and a patriotic set by the Hampton Bagpipes.

At 9:37 a.m., the minute the Pentagon was struck, there will be another 20-second commemorative siren activation, a moment of reflection, open remarks and reflection, and a military set by the Hampton Bagpipes.

At 9:59 a.m., the moment the South Tower collapsed, another 20-second commemorative siren activation and moment of silence will follow.

At 10:07 a.m., when Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania, there will be a 20-second commemorative siren activation and moment of silence.

And, at 10:28 a.m., when the North Tower collapsed, there will be a 20-second commemorative siren activation, a final moment of reflection, closing remarks by Chief Walker, and a prayer by Father Michael A. Vetrano, pastor.

At each commemorative time, participating fire and emergency services agencies throughout the area will sound their sirens in remembrance. All in attendance are asked "to pause, reflect, and honor those whose lives were lost, those who responded, and all who continue to carry the effects of that day."