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NewsWFLA News TampaSeptember 11, 2026Hillsborough County

Tampa Bay and Country Remember 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks

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Tampa Bay and the United States marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, which claimed nearly 3,000 lives. Retired New York City firefighters Rich Riccio and Louis Kikis shared their memories of serving during the tragedy.

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Why It Matters

The article reflects on the local and national impacts of the 9/11 attacks through the perspectives of retired New York City firefighters now living in the Tampa Bay area.

Key Facts

  • The United States and Tampa Bay are remembering the lives lost on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
  • Nearly 3,000 American lives were taken in the September 11 terrorist attacks.
  • Rich Riccio and Louis Kikis were working as New York City firefighters during the attacks and now live in Tampa Bay.

Who's Mentioned

PersonRich Riccio“Retired NYC firefighter living in Tampa Bay remembering 9/11”locationTampa Bay“Region where retired firefighters and local residents are observing the 9/11 ann”locationPalm Harbour“Dateline location for the news report”locationNew York City“Location where Rich Riccio and Louis Kikis served as firefighters during 9/11”