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190: one September morning: Guy

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Sep 20, 2024

Guy Sanders, a dedicated EMS supervisor during the 9/11 attacks, shares his deeply emotional journey as a first responder. He recounts rushing into chaos to save lives, the heartbreak of losing co-workers, and the ongoing health struggles stemming from his time at Ground Zero. Guy reflects on the profound commitment to service that pushed him toward danger without hesitation. His story captures both the tragic loss and the resilience of those who stood bravely in the face of unimaginable adversity.

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ANECDOTE

Guy's Initial Response

Guy, an EMT, heard about the attacks while at his office job.
Despite difficulties reaching his ambulance company, he insisted on going to Ground Zero.

ANECDOTE

Empty Highway

Guy describes driving to his ambulance company, the only car on the highway.
He recounts the organized chaos and his determination to be deployed at Ground Zero.

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Missing Ambulances and Tokyo Rule

Guy's company lost ten ambulances and crews initially.
The Tokyo Rule delayed immediate deployment to Ground Zero after the tower collapses.

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Every September, here on the podcast we feature a guest who has a personal experience with 9/11.

Most people remember exactly where they were on the morning of September 11, 2001, when terrorists struck the US using hijacked airplanes. It was a dark day for this country.

This month, What Was That Like is publishing a 3-part series titled one September morning. In each episode, you’ll hear someone telling their personal story about what they experienced on that day. If you haven’t done so already, be sure to subscribe and follow the show so you don’t miss an episode.

Today is the third and final episode in this series, and we hear from Guy.

Guy was an EMS Supervisor for a private ambulance company. He talks of co-workers that were literally pulled from the rubble, those who are still missing, and those who left spouses and children behind. We’ll have pictures of some of his co-workers in the episode notes. Guy also has ongoing health issues as a result of his time spent at Ground Zero. But he doesn’t regret rushing toward danger, and he would do it again if needed.

Full show notes and pictures for this episode are here:

https://WhatWasThatLike.com/190

Graphics for this episode by Bob Bretz. Transcription was done by James Lai.

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