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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiSeptember 2, 2026Miami-Dade

FDNY adds 36 names to World Trade Center Memorial Wall

The Fire Department of the City of New York added 36 names of firefighters who died from 9/11-related illnesses to the World Trade Center Memorial Wall. This update follows a ceremony honoring the more than 600 FDNY members who have passed away due to health complications linked to the attacks.

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Why It Matters

The memorial update recognizes the ongoing health impact of the September 11 attacks on first responders, highlighting the long-term mortality rates among FDNY personnel exposed to toxic conditions at .

Key Facts

  • 36 names of firefighters were added to the FDNY World Trade Center Memorial Wall.
  • More than 600 FDNY members have died from 9/11-related health complications since the attacks.
  • 86% of patients in the World Trade Center Health Program are still alive five years after a cancer diagnosis.
  • The ceremony was held in New York City to honor the deceased first responders.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFire Department of the City of New York“The department managing the memorial wall and health programs”organizationWorld Trade Center Health Program“Program providing health data for 9/11-related illnesses”other600“Total FDNY members who have died from 9/11-related illnesses”other36“Number of names added to the wall”personZohran Mamdani“NYC Mayor who spoke at the memorial ceremony”