According to new CDC data and researchers who track 9/11 survivors’ long-term illnesses, mesothelioma is disproportionately being diagnosed among those who have enrolled in the World Trade Center Health Program that was established in the aftermath of the September 11th terror attacks. More.
Mesothelioma Cases Rising Among Those Exposed at Ground Zero
September is National Preparedness Month
FEMA’s Ready Campaign is celebrating National Preparedness Month, an annual time for everyone to take preparedness seriously. The theme for 2026 is “Americans Stand Ready”, which captures how Americans take pride in their ability to protect themselves and their families and work together to recover from disasters. More.
Special rescue dog helps 9/11 first responder with PTSD
On Long Island, a 9/11 hero and retired NYPD detective who spent months at Ground Zero now has a new friend: A rescue dog with special skills to help him through some tough times. NBC New York’s Greg Cergol reports. More.
Lower Manhattan reflects resilience 25 years later while preserving memories of 9/11
Lower Manhattan has undergone a dramatic transformation in the 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks, as residents, business owners, clergy and developers point to rebuilding efforts that have reshaped the neighborhood while preserving memories of the tragedy. More.
How to prepare yourself for when an emergency strikes
How would you prepare for an emergency? How would you cope? And what about your relatives, friends, neighbours and colleagues? These are the questions the government wants people to ask themselves, as emergency planners warn of growing threats from heatwaves and flooding, as well as potential cyber attacks by hostile states that could cripple vital energy infrastructure. More.
NYC’s top investigative agency kicks off probe into what local officials knew about toxic dust after 9/11
New York City’s top investigative agency has tapped outside lawyers to probe what previous mayoral administrations knew about the toxic dust at Ground Zero and what if anything they did about it. More.
Emergency Preparedness Comic Book
In 2026, artist Wolly McNair was selected to create a comic book to educate teens and the general public about emergency preparedness topics. Using the Ready Raleigh guide for disaster preparedness as a starting point, he will write and illustrate a comic book for the City to print and distribute. More.
Here’s how to create an emergency supply kit
To help mark National Preparedness Month in September, the Postal Service is encouraging employees to prepare or refresh their home disaster kit. A household disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your family may need in the event of an emergency. More.