In the aftermath of the World Trade Center (WTC) attack on 11 September 2001, rescue and recovery workers faced hazardous conditions and toxic agents. Prior research linked these exposures to adverse health effects, but mainly examined individual factors, overlooking complex mixture effects. More.
The World Trade Center exposome and health effects in 9/11 rescue and recovery workers
How 9/11 continues to claim lives
For almost two months after the World Trade Center collapsed, emergency rescue workers searched for survivors in what became known as "The Pile." The destruction of the 9/11 attacks was unprecedented, and the number of deaths and injuries were shocking. More.
Celebration of life ceremony honors NYPD sergeant who died of 9/11-related illness
Dozens of friends, family and parishioners gathered at SonRise Faith Church in Bulls Head Sunday to celebrate the life of NYPD Sgt. David “Dave” Felix, a retired member of the department who died in August at his Florida home of 9/11-related cancer at 67. More.
Stay Warm and Safe This Winter with FEMA’s Top 6 Cold-Weather Tips
As the holiday season approaches and winter takes hold, it’s important to be prepared for extreme cold and unpredictable weather. FEMA Region 3 is encouraging individuals and communities to embrace winter weather safety with the same care and attention they give to their seasonal celebrations. More.
Durbin Urges Settlement for Accused 9/11 Plotters
The departing chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee asked Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III on Wednesday to support a settlement with the man accused of masterminding the Sept. 11 attacks, a move that would allow guilty pleas to go forward in the last days of the Biden administration. More.
Winter Weather Preparedness
Hurricane season is over, but this is the time of year that we see nor’easters and other winter storms that bring rain, wind, snow and ice. Delmarva is no stranger to winter storms – and has had some storms drop a LOT of snow. More.
FDNY honors chaplain who died from 9/11-related illness
Nearly a year after FDNY Monsignor John Delendick ’s death from a 9/11-related illness, a plaque dedication ceremony honoring the beloved chaplain was held Friday morning at the Brooklyn firehouse he called home. More.
Strengthening Emergency Preparedness and Response through optimised Supply Chains
WFP collaborates with Pacific governments and partners to enhance systems and capacities to mitigate, prepare for, and respond to various shocks, through its Supply Chain Country Capacity Strengthening (SC CCS) initiative. More.