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Firefighter Battles 9/11 Cancer, Community Rallies
11 Sep
Summary
- Firefighter Dave Nadeau battles stage four stomach cancer.
- His cancer is linked to his service at Ground Zero.
- Community hosts fundraiser dinner to support Nadeau and his family.
A community is rallying to support Dave Nadeau, a Monroe Township firefighter diagnosed with stage four stomach cancer. His illness is tragically connected to his courageous work at Ground Zero following the September 11th attacks. Nadeau was part of the Monroe Township Fire Department team that arrived in New York City on September 12, 2001.
His duties included searching for human remains in a damaged office building and assisting with fire suppression at 7 World Trade Center. Nadeau is among thousands of first responders and survivors who have developed cancers due to exposure to toxic dust and debris at Ground Zero. The World Trade Center Health Program now covers medical expenses for over 50,000 individuals with such diagnoses.
To honor Nadeau's dedication and provide much-needed assistance to his family, friends Heather Broman and Dana Trowbridge are hosting a fundraiser dinner. The event, featuring dinner and a raffle, is scheduled from 5-9 p.m. at the VFW Hall, located at 400 Jones Ave., Monroe. Tickets are available for $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
