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The video details the harrowing events of September 11, 2001, as seen through the live coverage of Regis Philbin and Kelly Ripa. It begins with updates on a plane crashing into one of the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, and the hosts speculate whether it was an accident or deliberate. Shock turns to horror as a second plane hits the other tower, confirming a coordinated terrorist attack. Throughout the coverage, significant names such as Osama Bin Laden are mentioned as a possible orchestrator due to the planning and scale of the attacks. Key terms like hijacked planes, terrorism, and emergency response recur as the narrative unfolds.
The video captures the immediate chaotic response, including the closure of major New York airports and significant landmarks, such as the NYSE, and evacuation efforts across the city. It highlights the thorough logistic and security response, including the closing of air traffic and heightened alert status at various national security points like the Pentagon and White House. Eyewitness accounts from victims like Jim Gartenberg trapped within the towers, and reporters such as Joe Torres and Michelle Charlesworth paint a vivid picture of the unfolding tragedy and response efforts. This includes Bellevue Hospital's role as a triage center and the challenges faced by emergency responders.
Throughout the coverage, President Bush addresses the nation, reaffirming that terrorism will not prevail and calling for national unity and support for the victims. The video underscores the indelible impact of the 9/11 attacks, noting the pervasive fear and panic as further potential threats loom, evidenced by credible reports of additional hijacked planes and subsequent explosions, including one at the Pentagon.
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In this segment of the video, Regis Philbin and Kelly Ripa discuss the breaking news of a plane crashing into one of the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City on September 11, 2001. The hosts express shock and confusion, noting the clear weather conditions and speculating on whether the crash was accidental or deliberate. They describe large debris falling from the building and mention the historic significance and previous incidents at the World Trade Center. During the broadcast, a second explosion is observed as the damage extends to both towers. Both hosts convey a sense of devastation and concern for the people inside the buildings, while promising to provide continuous updates as more information becomes available.
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In this part, the video details the morning activities of getting Michael ready for his first day of school, including purchasing a Tigger lunch box from the Disney Store. Even though Michael only needed to attend school for an hour due to a phase-in day, the lunch box purchase was already made. The conversation shifts to a recount of narrowly escaping a sudden downpour with the kids upon returning home. Following this, they discuss dining out at iltinello, highlighting an encounter with ABC national sales managers. Abruptly, the tone shifts to breaking news coverage of the second plane hitting the World Trade Center. There is shock and disbelief expressed as they describe the events, showing live footage of the tragedy, and decide to go to a commercial break to gather more information. Upon returning, they reiterate the shocking scenes of the planes hitting the Twin Towers, indicating a deliberate act without confirmed casualty reports at that moment.
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In this part of the video, the discussion revolves around a significant tragedy occurring in New York City involving the World Trade Center. The reporting highlights that two planes have crashed into the Twin Towers, causing massive fires and smoke. The conversation includes speculation about the possibility of a deliberate attack, although it’s emphasized that no definitive conclusions have been drawn at this moment. The reporter notes the challenges of continuing regular programming in light of the unfolding events and the difficulties in obtaining information due to damaged communication equipment. There is also mention of first responders being on the scene and a hope that people were able to evacuate the buildings. Eyewitness accounts describe the second plane as a potential commercial flight.
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In this segment, new images show smoke billowing from the second World Trade Center explosion. Eyewitnesses indicate that initially only one tower was hit, with the second tower affected later. Debris was visible, resembling a fireworks display, and black smoke was prominent from both towers. It’s reported that the World Trade Center was designed to withstand impacts from large planes like the Boeing 727, suggesting the planes involved were smaller. LaGuardia and Kennedy Airports have been closed, and the FBI confirmed the incidents as acts of foul play, not accidents. A flight expert provided a chronology of events: around 8:45 am, the North Tower was hit near the 80th floor, followed by the South Tower struck around the 50th to 60th floors by what appeared to be a Boeing 737. Air traffic operations in New York have been suspended, and debris from the planes mostly embedded in the towers. The segment also notes past events, such as the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. The FBI has confirmed these as terrorist attacks. The New York Stock Exchange and other locations are being evacuated, with Bellevue Hospital serving as the command post for handling injuries.
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In this part of the video, it is reported that LaGuardia, Kennedy, and Newark airports have been closed following the crashes of two planes into the World Trade Center towers. Authorities, speaking anonymously, confirmed that the crashes appear to be the result of hijacked planes on a suicide mission, not accidental. Eyewitness accounts describe a plane acting erratically before impacting the North Tower and later, a Boeing 737 hitting the South Tower. The video compares this to typical terrorist tactics seen in other incidents, such as bombing sequences meant to harm first responders. It emphasizes that the crashes were deliberate attacks, pointing to the significant symbolic status of the Twin Towers as a representation of American capitalism and power.
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In this part of the video, the discussion focuses on the sophisticated planning behind the attacks on the World Trade Center, noting how the buildings were designed to withstand the impact of a 727 aircraft, but were hit by larger planes. The conversation touches on the financial and logistical capacity required for such an operation, suggesting Osama Bin Laden as a possible orchestrator due to his resources and history of carrying out major attacks. Eyewitness accounts describe one plane crashing into the North Tower around 8:45 AM, causing the top floors to catch fire, followed by another plane hitting the South Tower. The chaos included airspace around New York City being shut down and significant challenges for firefighters due to the high floors in flames. The segment ends with President Bush addressing the nation and coordinating federal resources to assist the victims and their families.
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In this segment, the video discusses the President’s response to a terrorist attack where two airplanes crashed into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center. The President confirmed the attacks, labeled them as terrorism, and assured that terrorism will not stand. The speech included a moment of silence and a call for national unity and support for the victims and their families.
Eyewitness Jim Gartenberg, who is trapped on the 86th floor of the North Tower, describes his situation, stating that he is stuck due to a blocked fire door and has one other person with him. He reassures that the situation is under control and urges families to remain calm. The eyewitness account reveals the severe damage within the building, mentioning debris and blown-out windows. Additionally, the video confirms that all bridges and tunnels into and out of New York City have been closed as a precaution against further attacks.
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In this segment of the video, Joe Torres reports from a phone near FBI and NYPD officers in New York City. The authorities are on high alert due to information about another potential plane headed toward the Twin Towers. Joe describes the chaotic scene with officers running, debris falling, and flames shooting from the buildings. He explains the difficulty of watching the iconic towers burning and the possibility of a third plane. Joe mentions that the police are taking every precaution, though it’s unclear how they received the information about the third plane. Emergency services are surrounding a two-block area, and only emergency personnel are seen in the vicinity. Joe notes the challenge of moving around the area and staying close to law enforcement for safety.
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In this part of the video, Nina describes the chaotic scene near the World Trade Center after the initial attacks. Police in riot gear are urgently pushing the crowds back, warning of another potential explosion or additional planes in the air. People in the area are panicked, struggling to use phones to contact loved ones, and some witnesses report seeing bodies falling from the buildings. As the crowd is moved back for safety, there’s a heightened sense of fear of further impacts. The broadcast then shifts to confirming that the first plane was hijacked from Boston. There’s also news of a fire at the Pentagon, leading to evacuations. The report underscores the chaos and increased security concerns following the attacks.
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In this part of the video, there is widespread evacuation occurring at significant locations including the municipal building, the United Nations, Gracie Mansion, and likely sensitive locations in Washington. It is reported that an aircraft crashed near the Pentagon, leading to the evacuation of the West Wing of the White House. An eyewitness from New York vividly describes the scene in Manhattan following the plane crashes into the World Trade Center, noting the halt of business and the surreal atmosphere. Precautionary evacuations are also happening at the U.S. Capitol and the U.S. Treasury. There are reports of an explosion outside the Pentagon, and a thorough security check is taking place before President Bush boards Air Force One. It is mentioned that Abu Dhabi television reported a group claiming responsibility for the World Trade Center attacks, though this remains unconfirmed. Additionally, it is noted that the second hijacked plane originated from Boston.
00:50:00
In this part of the video, discussions pivot from U.S. elections to emergency responses following apparent terrorist attacks. Initially, the focus includes election updates, but priorities shift as the Board of Elections considers canceling primary votes due to precinct closures near the World Trade Center. Airports nationwide, along with New York’s bridges, tunnels, and subways, are shut down to ensure safety. Michelle Charlesworth reports live from West Side Highway, describing emergency personnel-only traffic, with people escaping on foot amid rising smoke from the World Trade Center and widespread communication disruptions. Concerns grow over potential hazards in the smoke, and President Bush addresses these as terrorist attacks.
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In this segment, the reporter discusses eyewitness accounts confirming that two planes, minutes apart, struck the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center, indicating that it was a deliberate terrorist attack. President Bush also acknowledged the attacks as a terrorist action. The area around the World Trade Center is closed, and people are evacuating on foot. Bellevue Hospital is acting as a triage center with initial patients admitted. Airports across the country are shut down, Hudson River crossings are closed, causing commuter chaos, and all New York City Firefighters are called to duty. The stock market is also closed. The public is advised to stay put to allow emergency vehicles clear access.