On Saturday, March 21st, 2009, Cherry Hill Firefighters helped raise awareness about lung health by taking part in the American Lung Association’s 3rd annual Stair Climb Event in Philadelphia at the Bell Atlantic Tower. They joined several other local fire departments and 15 other American Lung Associations across the nation, challenging elite athletes and those who have a passion to raise awareness about lung health.Stair Climb events utilize prominent skyscrapers and involve a timed climb up the stairs to the top floor. Approximately 400 climbers challenged themselves in this vertical race: one step; one flight; & one breath at a time. The Bell Atlantic Tower, located at 1717 Arch Street, is 50 Stories, totalling well over 1088 steps. Cherry Hill Firefighters came in 2nd place right behind Philadelphia Fire Department’s team.
