Race To Honor Long Beach Resident, FDNY Hero, Who Died In 9/11

LONG BEACH, NY — A swim, paddle and run event is scheduled for this weekend as a tribute to a local FDNY firefighter who died on 9/11.

Michael Kiefer, who was assigned to Ladder 132 in New York City, was a native of Long Beach, where he was also a lifeguard.

"This event is meant to be a challenging workout to honor Michael’s dedication and perseverance," the city said on its website.

Registration for Sunday's race starts at 7:30 a.m. and it begins at 8:45 a.m. with a 150-yard run to the swim entry point at National Boulevard Beach.

Participants will swim in the ocean for 400 yards. A 1/2-mile paddle boarding is the next portion of the race, followed by a one-and-1/2 mile run.

Awards will be handed out to the top three men and women finishers, top three male and female firefighters and top three male and female lifeguards.

For more information and to apply, check out the link.