Burn Institute recognizes heroes from the Lilac fire

SAN DIEGO – The Burn Institute recognized 12 outstanding individuals May 9 that have selflessly made a difference in the lives of others as they celebrated local heroes at the annual Spirit of Courage Awards Banquet.

For over four decades, the Burn Institute has paid tribute to members of the community who have risked their lives in an effort to save another from burn injury or death by fire. They have presented the prestigious Spirit of Courage Award to over 700 local heroes, including civilians, fire service and law enforcement professionals.

"The definition of a hero is a person who is admi...