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Remembering FDNY Heroes of the 2001 Astoria Fire
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- Jun 17, 2026
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- 117
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Summary
Twenty-five years after the Father’s Day Fire of 2001, FDNY families and officials gathered in Astoria to honor three fallen heroes—Firefighters Harry S. Ford, Brian D. Fahey, and John J. Downing—whose sacrifice during a catastrophic hardware store explosion reshaped the FDNY’s legacy. Amid wreath-laying ceremonies and heartfelt tributes, survivors shared stories of enduring grief, pride, and resilience, while a new bronze plaque will soon mark the site, ensuring their bravery lives on. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cc2406e993b1a57a