Retired New York City firefighters are bringing their firsthand experiences from major disasters to Missouri’s Capitol, offering historical lessons and insights to lawmakers and visitors. Their presentations focus on critical moments in firefighting history, including responses to large-scale emergencies that shaped modern safety protocols. The initiative aims to educate attendees on the challenges faced by first responders and the importance of preparedness in public safety. The event highlights the enduring impact of lessons learned from past tragedies on current emergency response strategies.


Retired New York City firefighters share history lessons at Missouri’s Capitol  Cleveland 19 News