TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) First responders and residents from all over north East Mississippi came together to participate in the annual 9/11 stair climb.

This event is where people walk up and down several flights of stairs, to remember the fallen first responders who died on September 11th, 2001.

Attendees walked more than three laps inside of the Cadence Bank Arena, this is equivalent to the approximate height of the world trade center.

President of the Tupelo Auxiliary Melinda Monts said, this was a great way to honor those who sacrificed their lives that day, and one man even remembers the moment when the disaster struck.

“It brings awareness to the 343 Firemen who lost their lives on 9-11 and gave the ultimate sacrifice.” said Melinda Monts, President of Tupelo Auxiliary. “Many of the

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