Ceremony marks 25th L'Ambiance anniversary

A ceremony was held in Bridgeport today to mark the 25th anniversary of the state's deadliest construction accident. Twenty-eight people were killed and others were wounded at L'Ambiance Plaza on April

News 12 Staff

Apr 23, 2012, 9:32 PM

Updated 4,477 days ago

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A ceremony was held in Bridgeport today to mark the 25th anniversary of the state's deadliest construction accident.
Twenty-eight people were killed and others were wounded at L'Ambiance Plaza on April 23, 1987 when a partially constructed building collapsed.
The ceremony featured several guest speakers including Mayor Bill Finch, who recalled memories of that day and the immediate response to the accident.
A wreath ceremony was held outside the building, where a fireman's bell was rung 28 times and the names of each of the victims were read aloud.
The ceremony concluded with a remembrance Mass at the cathedral of St. Augustine.
Mourners say the anniversary is among their most important traditions now because they serve as a reminder for future generations.


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