Most of us, fortunately, will never crawl into a small space full of flames, dragging a hose, and then extinguish the fire and in the blindness of the smoke-choked area search for survivors. Most of us will never walk up to a flaming fuel tank, but for Port of Seattle firefighters, that is all part …Continue Reading »
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Honoring Those Who Protect Us
On a weekend when we honor the service of our two greatest presidents, I’d like to also honor the daily and often unseen service of the Port of Seattle police. From quietly working against gang activity in our state, to seizing narcotics and weapons, to being the first responders for all reported crimes and incidents …Continue Reading »
A Day Spent Reflecting on the Service of Others
Yesterday (September 11), in dawn’s light, Port of Seattle firefighters and police officers honored those men and women who nine years before had fought and sacrificed to save others. Port of Seattle firefighters were among those who travelled to New York City to help in the aftermath of the terrorist attack. After yesterday’s ceremony during …Continue Reading »
