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At Least 2,977 People Perished On 9/11, But People Are Still Dying From Its Impact To This Day
By Kaleena Fraga | Edited By Cara Johnson
Published June 18, 2026
Updated June 20, 2026
In the years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, The actual death toll is difficult to determine. While the official number stands at 2,977 — not including the 19 terrorists — that may be an underestimate. For one, the complete destruction of the World Trade Center and the potential presence of undocumented workers within casts doubt on the true tally of victims.
What’s more, in the years since 2001, thousands of people have succumbed to cancer and other diseases caused by exposure to the toxins at Ground Zero. Today, these deaths outnumber the victim count from the actual attacks.tens of thousands of survivors have been diagnosed with cancer and respiratory diseases caused by exposure to toxins at Ground Zero.For these reasons, the true 9/11 death toll may never be known, adding yet another layer of tragedy to one of the most horrific days in America’s history.
2026-07-14 19:05:54