FDNY adds 22 names to memorial wall for deaths related to WTC illnesses [PHOTOS]
NEW YORK (1010 WINS) -- The FDNY on Friday, added 22 names to the FDNY World Trade Center Memorial Wall of members who died of illnesses related to their rescue and recovery work at the World Trade Center.
“This solemn wall is a poignant and permanent reminder of the sacrifice of all that responded on September 11th and toiled for weeks and months at the World Trade Center searching for the innocent lives taken that day,” said Fire Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro. “Because of their dedication and bravery, each year the already staggering loss suffered by the FDNY continues to grow as illnesses claimed the lives of those who so bravely served our city.”
So far, over 200 FDNY members have died of World Trade Center related illnesses.
