2.9K views · 65 reactions | Honoring the fallen heroes of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY): 343 firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice 19 years ago. Since then 226 FDNY members have passed due to 9/11-related illnesses. This is the story of Tommy & Danny Foley. ❤️ FOX 5 / Fox5NY.com #911 #911memorial #firefighter | Ryan Kristafer | Facebook

Across New York City, the FDNY has 22 Surf Rescue Companies stationed along the coast. Members of these companies receive specialized training in water rescues and carry extra equipment designed for emergencies in the water. The FDNY responds to hundreds of water-related emergencies every year, especially during times when lifeguards aren’t on duty. To help protect yourself, always follow safety guidelines when swimming—whether in a pool or along the city’s 520 miles of coastline. Only swim in a

103K views · 5.4K reactions | Members of Recruit School 149 and Basic Training Staff conducted a 9-11 Memorial Stair climb this morning, at the Fire and Rescue Academy, to honor the 343 New York City Fire Department (FDNY) firefighters who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Each recruit carried with them a mini copy of a poster with the photos of those lost. #NeverForget #FCFRD #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva | Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department | Facebook

24 years ago today, Orlando Fire Department Lieutenant Felix Marquez was working for The New York City Fire Department on the EMS Division. On the morning of September 11, 2001, he was just coming off shift when he was called to respond to a multi-casualty incident at the World Trade Center. Unbeknownst to him and his partner, the MCI response call would become the most devastating terrorist attack in U.S. history. He shares his story and ever lasting impact 9/11 left on him, FDNY, the country a

518K views · 10K reactions | "New York City Fire Department firefighters lined the streets outside of NYU Langone Medical Center, blared sirens, and offered their standing ovation in a show of gratitude. " (: @nyulangone) | E! News | Facebook