ORLANDO, Fla. — Emotions ran high for those who attended a vigil outside the Pulse Memorial early Sunday, six years after the shooting that changed Orlando’s history.
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At 1:58 a.m. Sunday — the exact time the first gunshots rang out — there were hugs, tears and prayers.
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June 12 is a difficult reminder of the terror that overtook The City Beautiful in 2016.
But since that time, love, compassion and strength have unified the Central Florida community.
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Sunday’s 6th anniversary vigil paid tribute to the 49 people who lost their lives at Pulse nightclub.
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We will never forget the 49 angels who lost their lives 6 years ago. Thinking about their families and friends today. We hope that the strength of our community and our support will help get you through this difficult day. #Pulse #OrlandoUnited pic.twitter.com/kHjWWwfjFo
— Sheriff John Mina (@SheriffMina) June 12, 2022
And since the vigil, a steady stream of visitors has stopped by the memorial site to look at pictures and reflect.
More Pulse anniversary events continue Sunday in Orlando — including the annual 49 Bells Ceremony at noon at First United Methodist Church and a remembrance ceremony at the Pulse Memorial at 7p.m.
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Six years have passed, but today and every day, we remember the 49 angels taken on June 12, 2016. #OrlandoUnited pic.twitter.com/SnW2wr4HSN
— City of Orlando is Prepared for Hurricane Season (@citybeautiful) June 12, 2022
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