10 Years Later, IAFF Remembers Fatal Worcester Cold Storage Fire

December 3, 2009 – On the 10th Anniversary of the Worcester Cold Storage Warehouse fire, which claimed the lives of six Worcester Local 1009 fire fighters, the IAFF pays homage to Brothers Paul Brotherton, Jeremiah Lucey, Joseph McGuirk, Timothy Jackson Sr., Thomas Spencer and James Lyons III.

“We will never forget the ultimate sacrifice made by six of our best that dark day,” says IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger. “They served every day on the job with dedication and professionalism and will not be forgotten.”

IAFF 3rd District Vice President Mike Mullane says, “We must also remember the families of the fallen. Let us keep them in our thoughts and prayers.”

Worcester Local 1009, the Worcester Fire Department and the City of Worcester is holding a memorial and remembrance event. Fire fighters will march to the Franklin Street fire station, built on the former location of the cold storage warehouse. Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts President Bob McCarthy expects at least 3,000 to attend the tribute. Click here for more information.