Ground Zero Volunteer Reflects | Lincoln News

0:00Bonnie Schaff, who worked in emergency management, was on-site at a nuclear testing facility in Otoe County back in 2001 when the September. Eleven the tax occurred. She quickly volunteered and headed to New York City, arriving at Ground Zero to assist with logistics in the immediate aftermath. Upon landing, Schaff described the scene as pure chaos. With cell towers destroyed, much of the city lacked phone service, and people were still in a state of shock, wandering around in a days. She spent her time working in the rubble, and during intense heat that caused her to go through five pairs of shoes. Despite the devastation, Schaff also recalled a strong sense of camaraderie and community among those working through the tragedy. Years later, Schaff continues to face health challenges stemming from her time at Ground Zero. She has undergone multiple surgeries for conditions she developed as a result of her work at the site. This has been Lincoln News today, powered by AI. I'm Corey, with the story.