A former reporter who grew up in New York recounts the harrowing moments he witnessed on September 11, 2001, describing the chaos, fear and surreal stillness that followed the towers’ collapse. He reflects on how the tragedy shaped his worldview and later career in journalism, noting the lingering emotional impact and the way those memories continue to inform his reporting on trauma and resilience. The piece interweaves personal recollection with broader observations about the city’s collective healing, offering readers a poignant, first‑hand perspective on one of America’s defining moments.
Reporter recalls witnessing 9/11 attacks as a child in New York WVLT
