День патриота 11 сентября 26-я годовщина

The Huntington Beach community gathered at Pier Plaza on September 11, 2026 for a Patriot Day ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The program was emceed by Jim Gormley of American Legion Post 133. The ceremony included a moment of silence, the Pledge of Allegiance, a POW/MIA empty chair ceremony, an invocation, and a memorial surfboard bearing the names of first responders who died on 9/11. Remarks came from State Senator Tony Strickland, Mayor Casey McKeon, and a representative of the Sons of the American Revolution. Fire Chief Eric McCoy delivered the keynote address. The Huntington Beach Fire Department carried out the fire service tradition of striking the four fives, and the program also recognized the 2026 Firefighter of the Year, Marine Safety Officer of the Year, and Police Officer of the Year. Huntington Beach's 9/11 memorial, outside the City Council chambers at City Hall, includes two steel girders from the World Trade Center and is open to visitors. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:17 Welcome and moment of silence 2:57 Pledge of Allegiance 3:44 POW/MIA empty chair ceremony 4:48 Invocation 10:34 Memorial surfboard 11:38 Remarks from State Senator Tony Strickland 17:08 Striking the four fives, Huntington Beach Fire Department 19:14 Remarks from Mayor Casey McKeon 26:30 Remarks from the Sons of the American Revolution 31:22 Keynote address, Fire Chief Eric McCoy 40:14 2026 Firefighter, Marine Safety Officer, and Police Officer of the Year awards 46:44 Closing salute The City of Huntington Beach is committed to transparent, accessible government. Stay informed about city news, services, and events through the links below. Website: huntingtonbeachca.gov Subscribe:    / cityofhb   Instagram: @cityofhb Facebook: @cityofhb X: @cityofHBPIO