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ABC15.com published a powerful article detailing the emotional journey of the 19 hotshot firefighters who lost their lives while battling the Yarnell Fire in Arizona last week. The story captures the solemnity and deep respect shown by communities across the state as the firefighters' bodies were returned home for final farewell.
The procession, which took place on Sunday, was a somber 125-mile journey through Arizona, with each firefighter’s body transported in a white hearse. Starting near the Phoenix Capitol, the caravan passed through Yarnell, where the Granite Mountain Hotshots were killed, and ended in Prescott, the town where they lived and will be laid to rest this week.
Despite the triple-digit temperatures, thousands gathered along the route, standing patiently on highways and overpasses, and filling downtown Prescott with emotion. Families, fellow firefighters, and even strangers came together to honor the men, many of whom had given their lives trying to protect the community.
Among those present was Bill Morse, a fire captain from Flagstaff, who described the moment as "heartbreaking" and "overwhelming." In downtown Prescott, Whiskey Row — usually a lively area — fell eerily quiet as the hearses passed by. Crowds held American flags and signs reading “Heroes,†“Courageous, Selfless, Fearless, Beloved,†and “Yarnell Remembers.â€
The event was accompanied by motorcycle escorts, honor guards, and firefighting trucks. In both Phoenix and Prescott, the procession passed under giant American flags raised by fire trucks, while bagpipes played in tribute. A historic DC-3 plane dropped colorful ribbons with each firefighter's name, symbolizing their legacy.
Inside each hearse was an American flag that had been draped over the firefighters at the scene of their deaths, a symbol of honor that would remain with them until burial. The families watched privately, away from the media, as the procession passed a touching makeshift memorial outside the Prescott fire station.
A tradition among firefighters in the U.S. ensures that no fallen firefighter is ever alone. Paul Bourgeois, a fire chief acting as a spokesperson for the families, emphasized that a fellow firefighter has been with the men every step of the way — from the medical examiner’s office to the funeral home.
The tragedy occurred during the Yarnell Hill fire, sparked by lightning on June 28. The fire destroyed over 100 homes and burned nearly 13 square miles. Though the town remained evacuated, residents were expected to return home soon.
In response to the loss, a memorial T-shirt campaign was launched, with all proceeds benefiting the families of the fallen. The shirts are being sold through Image Apparel Solutions, in collaboration with the United Phoenix Fire Fighters Association, a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to supporting the families.
The association also announced the creation of a relief fund, with 100% of donations going directly to the families. Donations can be made at any Chase Bank branch using account number 987218757. For more information or media inquiries, contact David Leibowitz at (602) 317-1414.
An article from TimesUnion.com provides further details about the conditions surrounding the fire's sudden change in direction, which led to the tragic loss of life.