Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn reflects on his experience responding to the 9/11 attacks in New York City, drawing parallels between the challenges faced then and current emergency preparedness efforts. His firsthand account offers insight into the coordination, resilience, and long-term impact of large-scale disaster response. The piece explores how lessons from that historic tragedy continue to shape public safety strategies today. Readers with an interest in crisis management or historical perspectives on emergency services will find this perspective valuable.
Wood County Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn remembers working in NYC in aftermath of 9/11 WTOL