185K views · 5.3K reactions | Seven sons of the six Worcester firefighters who died in the Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse Co. fire on December 3rd, 1999, have followed in their fathers' footsteps – many now serving in the same departments their fathers once did. These are their memories of that night. Please join us in remembering the Worcester 6 and honoring the generations who continue to carry their legacy forward. ❤️ | Leary Firefighters Foundation | Facebook

The Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse Co. fire on December 3rd, 1999, changed families, the Worcester Fire Department, and the broader firefighting community, as 6 brave firefighters lost their lives in the line of duty that night. The impact of this tragedy extended far beyond the city of Worcester. Fire departments across the country studied the lessons learned from the incident, recognizing the need for new training standards, improved communication protocols, and a stronger commitment to

The Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse Co. fire made one thing unmistakably clear: firefighters need access to better training, better equipment, and stronger support in order to protect their communities safely. Our mission has remained focused on meeting those needs – funding essential equipment, modern training facilities, and life-saving technology for underfunded departments nationwide. The legacy of the Worcester 6 is at the heart of everything we do. We honor them by providing fire depa

In the days and weeks following the Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse Co. fire, the city of Worcester came together to support one another in the face of unimaginable loss. Worcester firefighters worked tirelessly to recover their missing brothers, thousands of people lined the streets, and firefighters from across the country traveled to Worcester to attend the memorials in solidarity. The Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse Co. fire was more than a local tragedy; its impact was felt nation