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It is exactly thirteen years ago when that moment in history changed the world for ever. Of course, when it happened, many of us knew we’d never forget that day. Yet time dulls even the most painful memories. It also marks the sixth year that 9/11 will be recognized as a National Day of Service and Remembrance, an act signed into legislation by President Obama in April 2009.
Listen below to the frightening radio transmissions of frantic Hatzolah members screaming for help as the World Trade Center collapsed on-top of them. Besides for a few non-life-threatening injuries, not one of the hundreds of members at the scene was killed. Fast forward to 8:00 to hear the collapse of the first tower. The most frightening moment is at 12:20 – when a member tells the dispatcher “tell my wife at least I said Shema.”
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All persons in Manhattan below Canal St. & part of Downtown Brooklyn on 9/11 & period thereafter may be eligible for Health Benefits under Zadroga Law. Deadline to register with WTC Health Program for some illnesses is Oct. 12th! All should register even if not ill as contingency for future diagnosis R”L. For further information call 311.
You may also visit http://www.vcf.gov to apply for compensation even if your health appears good now.