9/11: The FDNY | 60 Minutes 

The 911 operator who stayed with Melissa is a saint. Still talking to her after she's gone. 17:54 Absolutely heartbreaking 💔

“Nobody refused to go in” heroes. That’s the only world to describe them. Heroes.

Orio palmer was a beast. Getting up that high that fast is impressive let alone carrying 75 lbs of equipment!

My father was FDNY and was off that day. He lost so many of his buddies and he has never talked about the horrors he saw in the following days. I cried watching this knowing I would not be here today if it wasn't for that circumstance. Watching this gave me chills and brought tears to my eyes. I was born two years later the day before the second anniversary. My father has permanent lung damage from all that smoke he inhaled and to see the sacrifices of his brothers makes me proud to be his son. I praise the FDNY for their bravery and have the utmost respect for them. NEVER FORGET.

It's because of these men & women that I devoted my early 20s becoming a Firefighter,EMT & Paramedic. It's because of them I spent my mid 30s studying Biology focusing on Healthcare. It's because of them,that now in my 40s,I was accepted into medical school training to become a Surgical Assistant in a Trauma Surgical Team.

I cannot put into words how painful it is to watch this episode. I am a son of a firefighter who from my very start of my life holds my father in the highest possible respect and love. I also served in the fire service and have the highest respect for firefighters. The people who are called to this profession are unbelievably brave and caring. When the bell goes off, without pause, immediately their attention goes to "what and how can I help someone".

My dad was a fireman, British. On 911 he was then 70 years old,long retired , I watched my dad cry tears for his fallen comrades . His fellow brothers and sisters. Fire fighters throughout the world are family.

The lady that said "it is very very hot" I want to cry when I hear her vulnerability and sense of powerlessness . I hate suffering and my inability to be effective in any shape or form.

"They had about an hour and a half to save 17,000 lives" And dammit, they tried. They rushed into those buildings trying save as many people as they could. Firefighters are another breed and I have so much respect for them.

omg, the sound of the "jumpers" collapsing.. that will forever haunt me. I can't imagine the true horror it was for all these lost firefighters and survivors! may you all rest in peace

When Chief Pfeiffer talks about the last time he saw his brother (a Lt. in the FDNY) breaks me each time.

I can’t imagine waking up to go to work like any other day and not coming back. RIP to these true American heroes. 🇺🇸💔🦅

As always, 60 minutes sets the standard for journalism. An incredible account and tribute to these heroes.

I don't know HOW anyone can watch this without getting emotional. It's REALLY hard for me because I personally lived through 9/11, and I STILL have problems processing it for myself. I will NEVER, EVER forget. #nooneshould

I am a Fire Fighter/Paramedic's widow, and I will never forget the sacrifices these Men/Women gave for all of us. They did us SO proud. they are the best of this Nation. And to those left behind, I know that burden, but you will live again. Blessings to you all

Orio palmer is the most heroic person I've heard it gets me choked up when I hear about he never stopped even when he knew he was going to die and didn't let that deter him to save lives

Heroes. My son is about to become a firefighter. Could not be more proud of him and all our firefighters. God bless the FDNY and all fire departments

My father worked as a dispatcher at that time. All these brave men were lost but not forgotten. I nearly cried about 5 times.

Heroes, every one. But Orio Palmer absolutely grabs my heart. RIP and God bless them all 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙🙏

The courage, conscience and compassion shown by the firefighters deserves every honor and every respect. They are an amazing example of devotion to principle amidst trying times and we can all learn from them. Thank you for sharing this important and sobering piece of history.

This was so raw and real.. I fought back my tears at so many points along the video. FDNY, your heroic acts will never be forgotten. I think it’s also time we learnt about the stories of the unsung heroes of that day , such as the phone operators and the many cameramen who risked their lives filming even when the buildings collapsed . They helped us document these heart wrenching testimonies and the atrocity of that day so always remind us of the extremities of humanity .

My late husband was a retired Dade County, Fla firefighter. I will never forget him crying that day. He said to me they were his brothers. All firefighters everywhere are brothers and sisters.

My Father was a firefighter in a city in upstate NY he died at the age of 56 cause by fighting fires going in without a mask. The union unanimously voted to name an award after him The Carl H Hillman Award for heroism. God Bless all the fire fighters of NY ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Jules and Gideon’s documentary is a moment caught in time! They did a great job showing this horrible day.

As horribly sad and tragic as this is, we need to remember this horrible day. RIP to all the victims and tremendous sympathy to all the families of the victims.

This makes me tear up every single time.

This is a very hard and emotional interview for the survivors. My heart aches every time I watch this.

Thank You to the FDNY for giving your all to attempt to rescue my Uncle that went to Heaven that day. God bless Y’all, and God bless NY and America.

Never stop telling their story. Never forget this day. I was in 5th grade when it happened and I'll keep remembering this day and telling the story. So many heroes that deserve a remembered legacy.

I am crying for them. I am so grateful to these men. New York City's finest. I am forever grateful.

What every first responder did that day was beyond incredible and brave. Members of the FDNY, EMS, NYPD and PAPD, even those random members like “The Man In The Red Bandana,” Rick Rescorla and those two maintenance folks from the World Trade Center who freed trapped people near the impact zones; everyone of them did an incredible job. They all feared of “the big one” as was talked prior to 9/11. But every single one of them, those who survived and those who did not, performed their job to the utmost and the best of their abilities. Because of it, so many people that should have died would live. It still brings me in tears, but yet raises the question of “how would I respond or act if put in such a situation.”

I don’t normally get emotional during these kinds of documentaries, but hearing these stories from the FDNY I was crying. Such sad, but beautiful stories in a way. RIP to those brave men and women who lost their lives that day. Never forget 9_11.

As a volunteer firefighter in North Carolina. I can’t not imagine the emotions of those first responders and civilians that died and lived with that everyday. Every first responder had a job that day It was to save lives. They made the ultimate sacrifice and we will never forget Matthew 5:9 🙏🙏🙏

a sunny morning turned into a dark day, full of pain, suffering and tears. the people who lost their lives on this dark day, they may rest in peace.. and all the fire brigade, rescue, and police forces.. thank you from the heart for your courage, your tireless help..you deserve respect..I would like to say thank you..God protect you all..

29:00 Worda cannot describe how much this man's words and tears broke me.💔

I live in Germany and my daughter was in the hospital at the time. She was watching a movie and it was interrupted and it was switched to America. at exactly that moment the second machine crashes into the second tower. We thought it was a movie...no it was the harsh reality! I saw so many many people cry that day. On the streets, in the malls, on the subways. Everyone was watching the TV and many were praying. I will never forget this day. This day has burned itself into our souls! Thanks to the firemen, police officers, doctors, nurses and first responders who saved lives under such difficult conditions!! Rest in peace to those who unfortunately did not survive.😢🙏

What a beautiful account. Thank you so much. The FDNY so deserve this and their families.

Every time I revisit that day I remember just how intense it was for everyone, you never forget that

Excellent segment. Such heroism, such sacrifice Will never be forgotten

Fact: Actor Steve Buscemi volunteered 2 days after 9/11 and rejoined his old fire brigade Fire Engine No.55 to work on "Ground Zero". "Ground Zero" was the giant pile of rubble left after the 9/11 attacks. Steve served as a firefighter in the 80's before becoming an actor.

Of course I feel sorry for everyone who lost their lives that day (RIP to all) but one of the memories that hits me the hardest are the faces of the fire fighters that ran into the WTC when everyone else was desperately trying to get out. The impossible task that was in front of them, to climb the never ending stairs to get to the impacted floors with all their gear on. Most of them knowing they would likely not make it out and still pushing on forward, helping direct others to get out in the process. The act of bravery and courage they showed cannot be put into words. Absolute super heroes.

Even though I'm not American, I still detest the violence caused by this hatred. Hearing the conversations of these people, it's clear that everyone is trying hard... yet everyone feels powerless. Brave individuals are bravely saving others, bravely waiting to survive. 😭 I just want to express my mourning and respect for them.

Wow I never knew how powerful the bond and family in these fire departments were. As a military member I’m in awe of these guys.

I was 9 years old when this happened, and its probably the most vividly, clear memory of my childhood. I was in 4th grade, and my teacher's phone was ringing off the hook, and every time he answered it, it was a student's parent coming to pick them up. After this happened to about half the class, the rest of us were talking about what the hell could be going on that so many students were being sent home. Then my name was called. I get to the office and my mom told me that both of the trade centers were hit by terrorists and that one of them collapsed. By the time we got home, the other tower had already fallen. The rest of the day we just sat in front of the TV watching it all unfold. I remember being terrified. It was such a strange feeling. I lived in Allentown PA, which isnt all that far from NYC, so the whole rest of the day, we were anticipating another attack. It felt like the entire world just stopped. The next day, there wasn't a single plane in the sky, unless it was a military jet. Even after the airports opened back up, every plane began to look like a missle. Every time I saw a plane, I thought it was going to crash into a building.

1:10 Can you even IMAGINE witnessing this in real life? What do you even think of first? The damage? The death? The historical impact of what you just witnessed?

You can't help but feel helpless watching something so terrible, and these heroes did everything they could against the odds. Thank you doesn't seem enough. My heart goes out to everyone on that day. From the UK 😢

The people that were in school like me that day watching it happen on live TV will never forget all the brave people on 9/11 who experienced things we can't ever imagine. God bless you all

Her saying “I’m gonna die aren’t I” and then the building collapse is heart breaking especially thinking her family and friends hearing her so scared. I don’t even know her and my heart breaks for her so I could only imagine how her family and friends feel.

To a man, every single FDNY member lost that day gave the greatest act of devotion a person can give. The courage, determination and service of FDNY showed that day and every day since is a testiment to the values and integrity each FDNY member possesses. May God bless and keep the fallen. May His grace continue to shine on the families of the fallen and the FDNY members that survived and continue to speak the names so that the fallen are NEVER forgotten. God bless the FDNY!

These are amazing stories of heroism, yet the tragedy remains. Every year I attend the 9/11 memorial in my city of Bakersfield, CA. I was 8 years old at the time of these horrific terrorist attacks. May all those we lost rest in peace.

I was only 8 years old on 9/11 Im probably the last generation to actually be just old enough to remember that day. I recall staring at my television set with my parents next to me and all I could think of as small child was "The world was coming to an end" Now 21 years later I listen to these stories and cry but I also am proud to have lived in a time and shared the earth with the bravest men and and woman on the planet.

It’s the calls between the civilians, and firefighters that really get me… One can only imagine what they experienced.. The fact that human beings can do such things to one another but at the same time do so much more good is mind boggling. God bless those who never left the tower.

When a 911 operator tells you to say your prayers you know your in some serious trouble. I hate those phone calls but I’ve been listening to them every year for the past 15 years or so. Heartbroken 💔

Today is my birthday..I'm 43 YEARS OLD today...I can remember that day and exactly what I was doing when it happened!!! That birthday was the absolute worst for me!! I'm from Long island NY AND I took a 4day PTO from the hospital to GO home to NY AND already bought My bus ticket!! The whole thing is something I will NEVER FORGET!! MY MOM USED TO WORK IN THE NORTH TOWER ON THE 84..85..86 FLOOR FOR MANUFACTURS HANOVER TRUST BANK FOR 14 YEARS!! RIP TO EVERYONE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES THAT DAY

I was 13 when this happened, my dad collected me from school (uk time) just after the first plane hit, simply couldn't believe what we sat and witnessed happen in those hours after. Doesn't matter how many times I watch these documentaries when I see the hero's running into the buildings its like I'm waiting for the end result to suddenly change and everyone makes it out even though it can never happen 😢 I find myself talking to the TV telling them not to go in. Such a tragic day that changed the world forever. All these years later and our brave girls and boys who ran in and those who couldn't get out are still remembered ❤ their memory will never dim ❤

Thank you for this broadcast!

These firefighter did not stop no matter what the situation was they did not stop and would not retreat from what they were doing even in the face of death the died doing what they loved and it is the most heroic act I've had seen and heard these men will never be forgotten and they will live on in history and showing how to be a hero

I was 5 years old when this happened and I can still recall little memories of this from the news channels. 22 years on and it's still devastating.

it's easy to say what we all would want to have done were it us in that position, but these men actually experienced the tragedy up close and personal and still chose to put other innocent lives over their own. people they would never know otherwise, never knew their names, never knew who they were as people, just knowing they had a job to do and put everything else aside to save these peoples lives. i think that is the apex of bravery and selflessness.

This story is extremely painful.They were great heros. I still can't believe that so many fire fighters died. I'm so sorry that so many people died

If you were born in NY this will forever hit different. This still hurts deep and feels like it all happened yesterday!

As a fireman myself it hurts to know most of my brothers are gone I love every firefighter that selflessly went up those towers

I remember this day- it truly lives in infamy in the minds of hearts of people everywhere- those that were there and those that watched the horror unfold on TV. My daughter is in middle school and said that kids were laughing and joking when their teacher was teaching about 9/11. It infuriates me. I lived in a small town in Kansas when this happened but still have PTSD when I hear a loud airplane or one that seems too close, too low. I hope these children never face a tragedy like this- God forbid they do, and then remember when they made a joke of 9/11. 💔

I still can’t believe this happened.

These men are absolutely astounding 💔 Angels put on earth.

There is no greater love than to be willing to lay down your own life for another. If anyone out there reading this is a mourner, may that thought take away just a molecule of your pain.

Thank you for your bravery and heroic sacrifice. May God be with you and your families. RIP.

A hard story to watch & listen to without crying. A horrible day. World Trade Center, the Pentagon & a field in Pennsylvania were targets of terroristism. These NYC FIRE FIGHTERS & POLICE & FIRST RESPONDERS were brave men never thinking about their own lives but saving other people. A horrible day that will haunt us in history & for the rest of our lives. Innocent lives lost. Many courageous people helping others & telling their stories here. REST IN PEACE TO ALL THAT DIED ON 9/11/2001. YOU WILL NOT B E FORGOTTEN.

Thank you for this sober and sensible report.

I live on the other side of the world but I often think about all these brave people. They're inspiring.

We have to make sure future generations don't forget. It's up to us to teach our children. We can't allow the memory to fade. 🙏🙏🙏

I never forget the days after as firefighters from around the country from small towns travelled to New York to help afterwards and donating equipment.

21 years ago.. my my my it doesn't seem that long ago. What a tragic day for all of Americans. God bless everyone lost

Wow I'm in Australia love watching the brotherhood, comaradery, braveness, heroic sacrifices made. Will never forget 😢😢😢😢😢

I remember this day like it was yesterday and still brings me to tears. Grew up 30 min north of nyc. I can remember the announcement they made at high school because many students parents worked there and in the city. There’s a spot on the edge of town you can see the nyc skyline perfectly could see the smoke from there. The most disgusting thing is that there are people still dying today from inhaling whatever was in the air there.

We will never forget that day I was both a Army soldier that served under operation Iraqi Freedom and I was a volunteer firefighter in upper state N.Y. near the Canadian border for 25 years God bless the men and women that parished that day

5:24 😟😟😟that adds a whole new heartbreaking layer to the people who jumped from the buildings

18:41 정말 어떤 마음이였을지 감히 상상할수가 없다.. 대단한 소방관들

True heroes. The police officers of the Uvalde Police Department should watch this and reflect on their cowardice.

Listening to the FDNY dispatcher's AUDO is chilling when the buildings collapse you hear many clicks, those of the crushed emergency responders. Idk how he was able to continue. God bless him. He did an amazing job that day. I pray for him and all survivors, fallen from that horrific day. American changed. The World changed. Never been the same since. America united after that day, but not for long. We must stay united to fight against evil.

It`s almost 23 years later and as a South African citizen I`m still in awe of those brave people who selfishly did their duty on that horrible day. Always respect to them.

I've seen most of this footage before, but there was never names given. I'm glad to have learned their names.

Heroes. Heroes all of them, and the 343 who's lives were lost. May their souls rest in peace.

I haven't cried much about 911. I've felt sadness but anger over ruled all feelings. Until tonight. When the man who lost his dad when he was 9, was talking about how the firefighter community came to his school events and took him to the amusement park and just was generally there for him, but could never replace his dad...I lost it. How f'ing sad is that? ... The anger returns.

I couldn't believe it when it happened. When the first plane hit why on earth wasn't the south tower evacuated? I'm from a rural area and my hometown could fit into one tower with plenty of room leftover.

I will never, ever forget.

To say these men were brave is the understatement of the century. RIP to these brave souls!!!!!

These men are the definition of gallantry!! ❤️🙏😞💯😢💪👍❤️

If ever there was a story that made me cry so hard it was this story if there are angels on Earth they're in the image a firefighters police officers and doctors and nurses who and selfishly work protect take care of us 24/7 I hope that God can you protect these people and they will always have responsible place in my heart and I'm ending gratitude for everything that they do to help us out God bless them all thank you so much for your service

America and New York have already forgotten.

RIP all you strong men and women. You are all now in peaceful place.

27:23 The fallen firefighter is Danny Suhr. He was hit by a woman who fell from the tower.

I am so proud of the people who risked their lives that day because of the love they have for others. I'm a 64 year old from a small Iowa town and am proud I've been a NewYork Knick fan since 1969, the Walt "Clye" Frazier years. I hope the Knicks can make New York basketball Champs again. I know the firefighters always have been Champions❤

ORIO J. PALMER. NEED ANYONE SAY MORE?

I was a senior in High School that clear blue day, my Dad on the job at Houston Fire Department. I will never forget that day. It hit me hard as a young American. That day will live in my memory forever in a family of Fire Fighters!

Hoje 17/9/2023.Sempre revejo sobre 11/9/2001..Sei que perder quem amamos por serem corajosos jámais serão esquecidos!🇧🇷Natal/Brazil.

After 21 years this happens I'm so sorry to New York City and Family's and Friends, you know . I love the city . Never forget. I Love you BiG APPLE.

I am watching this movie right now Jan 29 at 7:35 and it saddens me beyond words that this ever happened. God Bless all the FDNY souls that were lost in the line of their duty. I also feel for everyone who was lost and all their families . God Bless you all

We will always remember them.

Can you imagine they had to "walk" all the way up to 80th floor carrying heavy equipment in an uncomfortable outfit? The stair most likely filled with dust, jet fuel, terrible burning toxic smells, and in pitch dark racing against time and an inevitable death that could happen any second.