Sound the Alarm
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Sound the Alarm 5K - Independence KY
Sound the Alarm 5K is an in-person and virtual run and walk based at Independence Fire Station No. 1, 1980 Delaware Crossing, Independence, KY 41051. The in-person course is a gentle out-and-back along Madison Pike through the historic portion of Independence, with elevation changes of less than 45 feet. Participants have 90 minutes to complete the course, after which they are asked to move to the sidewalk to finish.
Distances and formats include:
- 5K Run, 3.1 miles
- 5K Walk, 3.1 miles
- Virtual 5K Run/Walk, 3.1 miles
Packet pick up is available at Tri-State Running Company, 148 Barnwood Drive, Edgewood KY 41017, and race day packet pick up is available at the race site. There is no race day registration. Swag bags are included with registration. Virtual participants receive a shirt and medal by mail and can download a digital race bib.
Age groups for male and female participants span from under 15 through 65 and older. Overall awards are given to the top three men and women by gun time. Age group awards are determined by chip time and are not awarded to overall winners.
The event raises awareness and funds to support families of first responders killed in the line of duty and assists the Supporting Heroes organization in providing emergency financial support and memorial services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
