Episode 1: 9/11/01 US&R Response to the Attacks on the Pentagon with Chief Michael Leigh

During this fascinating and heart-wrenching podcast, Chief Michael Leigh shares his 9/11 story as a critical part of the team that was first on the scene at the Pentagon in Washington. His firsthand account brings listeners along for the journey, helping to dissect the situation and how he and his colleagues helped to save countless lives by following protocol and leveraging their expertise in emergency medicine and rescue operations.

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About the Podcast

Solid Responder

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Welcome to the Solid Responder Podcast were we share stories from first responders. We talk about the past, the present, and the future in disaster response. Solid Responder highlights key issues in emergency response. Exploring, engaging, and educating the emergency response community with featured guests from all hazards response disciplines. Listen in as leading experts in the field tell their personal stories of dramatic and dangerous moments, the lessons that they learned, and how theirs skills were put to the test.

About your host

Joe Hernandez

As a Solid Responder and member of FEMA's US&R system, Joe has participated and/or directed response efforts to numerous all-hazards natural and man-made disasters. A highly decorated fire-rescue officer having served the community for over 28 years with the Florida Division of Forestry, and retiring from the City of Hialeah, Florida.