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WTC Steel Beam Visits LA: A Tribute to First Responders
1 Jul
Summary
- A 16,000-pound steel beam from the World Trade Center is touring the US.
- NYFD thanked LA first responders for their aid during 9/11.
- The tour commemorates 25 years since the September 11 attacks.
A significant piece of history, a 16,000-pound steel beam salvaged from the World Trade Center's South Tower, is currently on display in Los Angeles. This artifact is part of the Steel Across America tour, which aims to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The beam's journey began in New York City in May and will traverse 10,500 miles across 21 states before concluding its tour at Ground Zero in September.
During a ceremony in Los Angeles, retired NYFD firefighter John LaBarbera extended profound thanks to the city's first responders. He specifically acknowledged their efforts during disastrous Southern California wildfires in January 2025 and their crucial role in the 9/11 rescue and recovery operations. LaBarbera emphasized how their support allowed New York responders to attend to fallen families and numerous funerals.
