The New York City Fire Department held a dedication ceremony at its headquarters in Downtown Brooklyn on September 3, 2026, and added 36 names to the FDNY World Trade Center Memorial Wall. The names belong to firefighters who have died from illnesses linked to the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center attacks.
During the ceremony, officials from the FDNY placed the new plaques on the memorial wall, marking the addition of the 36 fallen members. The ceremony was timed to occur ahead of the city’s observances for the 25th anniversary of the attacks, underscoring the department’s ongoing effort to recognize those whose health was affected by the disaster.
The memorial wall, located at FDNY headquarters, serves as a permanent record of firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty, including those whose deaths resulted from long‑term exposure to toxic dust and other hazards at the World Trade Center site. The recent addition brings the total number of honored firefighters who died from related illnesses to a larger, but undisclosed, figure.
New York City is preparing a series of events to mark the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. The FDNY’s dedication is one of several commemorations planned across the city, reflecting the continued impact of the attacks on first‑responders and the broader community. The addition of the 36 names highlights the department’s commitment to remembering each individual who suffered health consequences as a result of the tragedy.
The ceremony was attended by FDNY personnel and city officials, who observed a moment of silence before the plaques were installed. The event concluded with the raising of the department’s flag, symbolizing respect for the fallen firefighters and their families.