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September 11, 2001 A state of emergency was declared in New York by Governor George Pataki today. President Bush declared the city a federal disaster area to expedite response by Federal Emergency Management Agency teams. "Today's horrific incident at the World Trade Center which appears to be part of a coordinated terrorist attack is a tragedy of unspeakable proportions and a crime against all Americans and all decent people around the world." Pataki said the state is coordinating its response with city and federal agencies to ensure a well-coordinated effort.. All non-emergency State government offices in New York City have been closed as a result. The NYS National Guard was mobilized to supplement city emergency forces and secure "ground zero," allowing those who toiled all day to get some rest. County police officers as well volunteer firefighters and EMT's formed a caravan to the City boundary throughout the day. Suffolk's Volunteer Firefighters and EMT's will join others from surrounding counties and states to cover the fire and emergency needs of New York City residents and businesses while the City's own professional fire crews and medical teams deal with the rescue efforts downtown. While Suffolk County Board of Elections closed polling places by 10 a.m., the Governor ultimately postponed all primary elections throughout the state. State agencies and resources will be coordinated through the State Emergency Operations Center in Albany. The State Disaster Preparedness plan which was designed to maximize the resources of individual counties has already been put to the test. Suffolk County, which has itself faced major incidents with the wildfires and crash of TWA Flight 800, has benefited from a coordinated assistance from neighboring counties, has now responded by offering its resources to New York City. "The forces of evil that committed this atrocity against humankind have caused pain that will last for generations, pain that has claimed the lives of innocent men, women and children. But evil never prevails. Freedom, despite its vulnerabilities to that evil, always will," Pataki said. Pataki announced the creation of two new 1-800 numbers for medical professionals who wish to donate their services to assist New York City residents in this time of need. "New Yorkers have once again shown the true spirit of the Empire State by stepping forward to volunteer to help their friends and neighbors in this time of need," Pataki said. "We strongly encourage New Yorkers to donate blood and we urge all medical professionals to call these toll free numbers so that we can effectively coordinate our emergency medical response with the appropriate State and City authorities." Potential blood donors in Upstate New York are urged to call
Doctors should call 1-518-431-7600 Any other calls should be directed to 1-800-801-8092
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Governor
Pataki Mobilizes