At Least 2,977 People Perished On 9/11, But People Are Still Dying From Its Impact To This Day

Photo: New York, NY, September 21, 2001 — Fire department rescue specialists search through the rubble for survivors following the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. Photo by Michael Rieger / FEMA News Photo. Public Domain. Article by  Kaleena Fraga. All That’s Interesting – updated June 20, 2026.

On Sept. 11, 2001, al Qaeda hijackers carried out the deadliest terrorist attack in world history. From plane passengers and office workers to firefighters and police officers, thousands of victims perished in a matter of hours. But exactly how many people died on 9/11? 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. […]

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