911: Firsthand Accounts of 9/11 from Western New Yorkers
Tuesday, 10 September 2024, 21:30
The Impact of 911 on Western New Yorkers
On this day 23 years ago, thousands lost their lives during the September 11 attacks. Many Western New Yorkers recall their experiences with profound emotion.
Survivor Accounts
- Lisa Amatura, a survivor from the 78th floor of the North Tower, recounts her terrifying experience on 9/11.
- She describes seeing a huge red fireball and tons of paper after the first plane hit.
- Along with her colleagues, they evacuated via the stairwell, leaving behind all personal belongings.
Reflections from First Responders
- Jim Volkosh, retired fire coordinator, shares his harrowing deployment experience to Ground Zero a week after the attacks.
- He reflects on the overwhelming sight of billboards plastered with missing persons' pictures.
These stories remind us of 911's lasting impact and the resilience of those affected.
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