9/11 Memorial Museum Introduces New Tribute for Post-9/11 Illness Victims
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum is set to introduce a new element to its annual tribute ceremony, adding a seventh bell toll and moment of silence to honor those who have died from illnesses related to the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. This addition will be part of the 25th anniversary commemoration of the attacks. The new moment of silence is intended to recognize the thousands of first responders, rescue workers, and residents who have succumbed to health issues caused by exposure to toxic substances at Ground Zero. John Feal, a 9/11 survivor and advocate, emphasized the importance of this tribute, noting that it acknowledges the ongoing impact of the attacks on survivors and their families. The museum's annual ceremony previously included six bell tolls marking significant moments during the attacks, and this new addition will occur at the conclusion of the reading of victims' names. 
