IMPERIAL, Calif. (KYMA) - The Imperial Valley 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Committee will host the annual memorial event at the IV Fairgrounds to honor heroes lost in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers in New York City. "As we know, this year holds a special significance in that we commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11th, and here in the Imperial Valley we will host our 13th annual Imperial valley 9/11 memorial and stair climb, here at the fairgrounds," committee member Carlos Pitones shared. Cedric Cesena, Deputy Fire Chief of Imperial County Fire Department explained the significance of the stair climb. Cesena said that the first responders in the Imperial Valley regularly run emergency drills, like an attak where there are mass casualties. Proceeds from the stair climb will go towards a permanent memorial, which will be installed at the Fairgrounds.