Today is International Firefighters’ Day, a time to honor and remember the sacrifices of past firefighters who paid the ultimate sacrifice while protecting their communities. It’s also a day to show our appreciation to the dedicated firefighters who have served, and continue to serve, throughout the year. Since being established in 1888, four firefighters have lost their lives while serving the City of Reno. Chief Ralph Hawcroft 1928, Frank Nevin 1938, Captain Glen D Davis 1938, and Earl Platt 1948. There will be a “sound off” ceremony at 9:30 a.m. at City Plaza. Sirens will sound at all 14 RFD stations and at City Plaza for 40 seconds — 10 seconds in honor of each of the RFD firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. The sound off will be followed by a minute’s silence.