Beyond Ground Zero by Riya Parekh

'Beyond Ground Zero' illustrates the scale of the long-term health crisis faced by first responders of the September 11th attacks. The data sheds light on the persistent cost of 9/11, reminding us that its effects extend far beyond a single day.

The lasting impact of the 9/11 attacks on FDNY personnel is devastating, particularly for those who have died from illnesses caused by exposure to toxic conditions at Ground Zero. While 343 firefighters lost their lives on that tragic day, the aftermath continues to take its toll, with an estimated 358 FDNY members passing away from related diseases in the years that followed.