The FDNY headquarters in Brooklyn has expanded its memorial to honor 14 Long Island residents who succumbed to illnesses linked to the 9/11 attacks. The names, added to the existing list of fallen firefighters and first responders, highlight the long‑term health toll that the disaster has taken on the broader community. The addition underscores the ongoing commitment of the department to recognize all those affected by the tragedy, not just the immediate casualties. The memorial now serves as a somber reminder of the lasting impact of 9/11 on families and communities across the region.
Names of 14 from Long Island who died of 9/11 illnesses added to FDNY HQ memorial in Brooklyn Newsday
