FLIGHT 93 NATIONAL MEMORIAL

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November 21, 2024
Winter Storm Warning
National Weather Service Until 2024-11-21T16:30:00-05:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total accumulations between 4 and 10 inches, with the highest amounts on the ridgetops. * WHERE...Cambria and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Saturday. The snow will fall heavily at times Friday morning. Expect diminishing snow by late Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will likely significantly impact the Friday morning commute.

SUMMARY

The Flight 93 National Memorial is located in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It is a tribute to the passengers and crew members of United Airlines Flight 93, who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, while fighting against the hijackers to prevent the plane from reaching its intended target in Washington, D.C.

There are many good reasons to visit the Flight 93 National Memorial. It is an opportunity to pay respects to the brave individuals who sacrificed their lives to protect others. It also offers visitors a chance to learn about the events of September 11, 2001, and the heroism that was displayed.

The memorial includes several points of interest. The Visitor Center is the starting point for visitors and provides an overview of the events of September 11, 2001. The Memorial Plaza is a large open space with a wall of names inscribed with the names of the passengers and crew members. The Tower of Voices is a 93-foot-tall structure with 40 wind chimes, one for each of the passengers and crew members.

Interesting facts about the Flight 93 National Memorial include that it covers 2,200 acres and was dedicated on September 10, 2011, ten years after the attacks. The design of the memorial was chosen through an international competition that received over 1,000 entries.

The best time of year to visit the Flight 93 National Memorial is from May through October when the weather is mild and the memorial is fully operational. However, the memorial is open year-round, and visitors can access certain areas during the winter months.

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