Thousands of people came out to see the Magic Valley 9/11 Memorial tribute on Wednesday, at the visitor's center and the Perrine Memorial Bridge.
- In memorial to those who lost their lives in the 2001 terror attacks, the event featured a cacophony of sirens, a moment of silence, a 21-gun salute, bagpipers, musicians performing the national anthem, and more.
- Strong gusting winds from an incoming cold front grounded a Black Hawk helicopter flyover, but the crowds came out just the same.
- This is the third year a giant flag has been displayed, suspended above the Snake River Canyon.
- The massive flag will fly until Sept. 20.
(Below is the transcript from the broadcast story)
September eleventh, a day not to be forgotten, with memorials and tributes held around the country. Including here at the Perrine Bridge.
For the third year, the Magic Valley is paying tribute in a unique, and striking way.
In observance of the 23rd anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks, a massive flag once again flies above the Snake River Canyon.
Thousands of people turned out, despite high gusting winds that grounded the planned Blackhawk flyover.
A ceremony featuring emergency responders, a 21-gun salute, a moment of silence, and musical performances accompanied the unfurling of a massive American flag, measuring 150 ft long by 78 ft wide.
Each of the 50 stars is five feet wide.
The flag will fly until Sept. 20th, when it will be taken down, weather permitting.
