Interview: Retired FDNY firefighter who was in the North Tower when it collapsed on 9/11 | News 12

[@WahDahTa]

Glad to see Mickey is still with us. He's a great storyteller and an important part of history.

[@hildeschmid8400]

Sadly, Mickey passed away. RIP

[@MshAhmxiO1]

He is alive. Check Connecticut recent News of the event he just attended!.

[@stpeteitsok]

@@hildeschmid8400dude. This was posted 20 hours ago. Stop trying to troll you pos

[@matthewyoung2519]

​@@hildeschmid8400is this some new form of trolling? Guys in an NFL chat were saying Joe Rogan died.

[@RetLtFF43]

@@hildeschmid8400Stop spreading rumors

[@j4ward95]

If you wanna see more of Mickey Kross then go watch One Day in America. Such a phenomenal documentary

[@willl_dabeast]

Just watched it yesterday out of respect, great stories of people and hero’s that I didn’t even know about from that day…

[@niamhneevekinsella7951]

Thank you

[@detroit313vlogs7]

Thanks 🙏 watching it in a min

[@saraelizabeth94]

That docu-series was phenomenal

[@Caprabone]

911 Underground is another doc he was featured in. Talks about the search for victims after Sep 11.

[@lesliebolick2407]

It's always good to hear from Mickey.

[@radiowave]

I thought that was Mickey. Seen him in various 9-11 videos!!

[@stevencaka]

Yes this is Mickey

[@lindahoffman2692]

@@lesliebolick2407 I HOPE folks here take a little time to read some of the Comments from people who obviously know and LOVE Mickey!! He is a TRUE Hero on and off the Job, plus he’s so charming, humble and funny that I could listen to him for hours! He can even joke about not knowing if he was Dead or not “because I’ve never been dead before so how would I know what it feels like” - so Mickey!! 😂 ❤️💕😇

[@SaintSkanderbegus]

Mickey is not only a hero but also an uncle to some of us that never had one.

[@lindahoffman2692]

He’s a TRUE HERO not just as a Firefighter but as a Human Being!!! ❤️💕😇🙏

[@Larry26-f1w]

No heroes keep their mouths shut about their comrades murders

[@ericmorgan1063]

He has a way of speaking--an authenticity, a complete sincerity--that makes you want to keep listening. Seems like a kind, humble man, speaks in an understated way which is very powerful. Moving interview.

[@lindahoffman2692]

Eloquently said and I COMPLETELY Agree!! Please do read some of the Comments here from people who KNOW and Love Mickey, attesting to the fact that he’s Everything you thought he was and MORE!! A True HERO on and off the Job!! ❤️🙏💕🌹

[@thelizziest4317]

His survival through multiple significant, life threatening situations, not only while serving on the NYPD & NYFD but his alcoholism, is a testament to not only his training, but his instincts, & will to live. Thank you for your service, Mickey.

[@commercialzone4141]

I could listen to Mickey speak for hours. Thank you.

[@LadyJay114]

I was wondering if Mickey Kross was still with us bc it was rumored that he passed. So glad he’s still around.

[@stevencaka]

Same here. Great testimony

[@maryjanedodo]

Mickey Kross & Lt Pfeifer are the two that always come to mind when i think about 9/11

[@Rose187-p4f]

Yup

[@Rose187-p4f]

I still remember him saying 1234 I Love the Marine Cor.

[@MomCatMeows]

And, Orio Palmer❤

[@oldschool8330]

Jay jonas too

[@CardinalStandard]

Jay Jonas as well.

[@jp1170]

Mickey was featured in the 6 part Nat Geo documentary called “9/11: One Day in America” that came out in 2021. I HIGHLY recommend it for anyone who hasnt seen it. Absolute masterpiece in documentary film making

[@IanMoone-f2v]

The miracle of stairway B

[@roncoburn7771]

yep

[@ShaunPuzon]

I'm curious why there wasn't a portion of the stairway saved for the museum. Was it too difficult to get out of the rubble?

[@IanMoone-f2v]

@@ShaunPuzon There is a portion of the stairs at the 9/11 museum

[@IgnatzKolisch]

@@ShaunPuzon "I'm curious why there wasn't" Incorrect assumption to wonder about!

[@borkboxtv8167]

Uncle mic mick I love you forever! I’ll forever be more than greatful for what you did that day saving my aunt saving others!! Words can’t describe how much I love you 💜

[@farisvernon800]

This man caught my attention on 9/11 2001. He's such a strong n positive guy. This is especially true during times of distress n it amazes me how positive he was on that day. Love ya man. You make me proud to be an American. Semper Fi brother

[@defshrimp]

These guys go into insane situations because somebody has to do it. They are definitely heroes and have my respect.

[@traceyrodenbach5533]

Thank you for your service, Mickey!!

[@greggorsag9787]

His wisdom, insight, humility, and judgment are off the charts. A remarkable man. Lt. Kross: I salute you!

[@lindahoffman2692]

And his HUMOR even in the face of literally Death that terrible Day!! A True HERO!! ❤️😇🙏

[@YARNBARF]

My dear friend's Dad was a 1st responder and worked for months at Ground Zero. He is 80 years old now, and dying of lung cancer. Breathing in that air has killed so many people.

[@rpt2369]

More people have died from illnesses & diseases in 9/11 than the actual plane crash and building collapse. I think in total it’s almost 10,000 lives lost due to this entire attack. RIP to those that lost their lives in the attack and the aftermath

[@GG-ik6ln]

I recognized him from another 9/11 documentary and had to watch. What a cool guy. Humble, heroic, and what a storyteller. Reminds me of my dad who is 81 and has similar qualities. Great interview.

[@standup2982]

So good to see Mickey is still with us 🥰

[@chipbroadhead4445]

Here is someone, we can listen to all day, every day. Real honesty spoken.

[@MaidensWorldOfWax]

Mickey is a hero amongst all the heroes on 9-11. RIP to all the brave service personnel who ran up when everyone else run out. Your sacrifices will never be forgotten.

[@joeymosteller6787]

This guy’s humbleness ♥️

[@knowledgeseeker0921]

I remember Mickey from earlier videos. God bless this wonderful man. Keeping him in prayers for good health and staying safe. You are precious to all who have heard your story.

[@BrookeKyle-ro6yw]

Mickey Kross’s interview from shortly after 9/11 (sometime in the early 2000s) has always stuck with me. I’m so glad to have found this interview & to know he hasn’t suffered any major 9/11 illnesses. ❤️

[@CathyCorriher-jb1ot]

Thank you for your years of service and your dedication to the people of NY.

[@Jojoxxr]

Bless you Mickey, glad to hear you’re sober mate, take care ❤️

[@georgepepperman4584]

What a incredible human being Mickey is. He is endearing, honest, and genuine. This interview is wonderfully done and should be viewed by all interested, adult Americans as well as viewed by school children in their history classes. The events of 9/11 changed the course of my remaining work life, and for this, I feel a connection of brotherhood with Mickey.

[@awilderireland]

Comes across as a very considered and thoughtful man. Who has lived a full and interesting life even outside 9/11. I wish him all the very best from Ireland.

[@susanbelida6981]

Thank you for yor service sir!! Your a true hero.

[@Renee-vq7tn]

So glad you're still with us Mickey❤. I've seen many documentaries with you in it. I always wondered what happened to you. Be well Mickey and ty for your bravery ❤ also very sad to hear about Josephine 😥

[@jamiecorstorphine1271]

The things this man must have seen and delt with.. 😢😢 huge love and respect from Scotland sir ❤❤

[@terrrell7798]

Thank you Lt. Kross. I was 14 years old here in NYC when the Twin Towers were destroyed. I'll never forget that day. Let's never forget our first responders, and the many lost that day.

[@claudinerowland8552]

Wow amazing hero, with amazing stories I could listen to him all day..

[@barbhelle5481]

Thank you for your service. You are an amazing man.

[@grainneminihane625]

What a beautiful gentleman, God bless him. Love always from Ireland 🇮🇪 🇺🇲,never forget ❤️

[@Fit4Fire911]

Got to meet Mickey a few years back when he traveled out to Chicagoland. My husband (retired B/C) drove Mickey from the hotel to an establishment where Mickey was guest of honor. Fascinating stories!

[@julieannealesrooney3891]

TyTyTy for your service !!!! You are amazing!!! Wow you entered and went up the North Tower. An injured woman saved his life. 🫂 🙏 🫂

[@debbiecollins5646]

Such a humble gentleman and hero. Never forget. ❤

[@knganth3m]

Wow Mickey what an all American hero, I’m Canadian , I’d like to thank him and all the firefighters and Nypd for their service

[@joolsfinney1]

Thank you Mickey! So glad you're still up n running. Love hearing you. Much love to you and your family. NEVER FORGET! X

[@matrixfree3480]

Mickey is the man❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸

[@Gunner_31]

How this guy is still alive is unbelievable! God bless this man, a proper hero ❤️ such a majestic man

[@ErinGalione]

I have listened to your original story so many times. You’re a natural storyteller, and a true hero. It was amazing to hear and see you again!

[@MichaelVandekolk-vf2cf]

Courage is what I see especially in the firemen who went up to save others yet saw death happening right before their eyes. Courage heals the soul.

[@BlackStump172]

They must had known that they were unlikely to survive as they passed everyone going down .

[@johnp139]

More like ARROGANCE!

[@trishosullivan4857]

I remember this remarkable man and his colleagues from years ago. Yes he looks a lot frailer but his spirit is ageless and shines through, God bless him and all the Emergency teams that helped everyone, and also survivors from the towers that worked in the buildings . New Yorkers were amazing and clearly all tried to help each other during and after this event. Best wishes to everyone xx Never forget .

[@TAJ1974]

What a wonderful interview with a beautiful man. Thank you for sharing with us all. And thank you Mickey for your service and bravery. You are a hero 🙏🏻

[@ellabella6099]

I remember Mickey Cross so good to see he’s still with us . He was stuck in Sairway B I remember so well. ❤

[@ellabella6099]

Just listening to this now. So nice to see this man although 23 years older is still a funny,interesting human being and I’ve always loved his accent .

[@markh.2688]

Thank you for sharing this heroes story. You folks did a great job! Too many people are forgetting this tragedy. Thank you

[@karenweaver7574]

I remember him and company’s story. Amazing survival, and very humble. 🇺🇸

[@andrewmacdonald4833]

What a legend...love his accent.

[@referencecorrsarchives99]

What kind of accent does he have? I could hear some interesting words like coffee or of course but I don’t know what that accent is.

[@andrewmacdonald4833]

@@referencecorrsarchives99 he's a New Yorker through and through...

[@bearridge5234]

Thank You Sir for taking the time to take us with you on that tragic time during and after that fateful day. Much respect......

[@letty88]

His circular hand movements on the hand rests on the couch are endearing. 😊

[@amymonsour1257]

Yes!!! I know 😭 he's like a sweet grandpa. I just wanna give him a hug

[@modenam9046]

Humble and kind,blessed by Gods grace, and a hero. Sir, thank you for your service to America and your fellow man.

[@danobrien8295]

A special human being!! God bless you Lt.

[@mirandasapphire8203]

I'm so happy to see Mickey! Bless his heart. 🥹🤗

[@aimeeamigone2717]

This guy is a rock star. Glad to see him still wth us❤

[@willydodson1]

No words, bless you my brother. Thank you for the sharing. 🖤❤‍🔥🚒

[@Czeiner]

That 32 minutes just flew by...what an amazing man with an amazing story!

[@twhelostl61]

The absolute trauma of that day. And this brave soul without a scratch. Sure he has battled PTSD all these years. What happened? People who survive plane crashes ask the same thing. Heroes all.

[@jflclc]

Mickey ❤ I always enjoy his interviews. Bless him.

[@djmastergroove946]

Wow Mickey Kross. I can't believe how old he's gotten 😳 I will always remember his story, it feels like yesterday. I'm pleased to see he's still with us, he is such a great guy. Best wishes health and happiness Mickey 👨‍🚒🚒🎖

[@kate2create738]

Honestly seems like the most fascinating guy on the planet, not just his 9/11 story, but the different professions he took it was interested in, how his intentions wasn’t originally to become a firefighter, his dedication to continue after 9/11 seeing to him it was his obligation is inspiring. Mickey is the tough as nails as they come, it seems like he’s had so many close calls but it ends up with him unscathed. It’s an honor that he shared his story with us, the way how he presents himself he is able to talk about his story without letting it get to him as this day is a very haunting day for those of us who remember that day. And very glad that so far he hasn’t been devastatingly affected by the health concerns related to the aftermath of the attacks. I hope that he has thought about sharing his story with the youth who have zero understanding of the events and teaches them of that day. A lot of young people are coming into the world with little understanding of what our experiences were and how it has impacted their lives growing up without their knowledge. Have a feeling he is one of the few who can help them connect to that day.

[@joechalmers8428]

Mickey is the definition of an American Hero. RIP to another Hero....Mickey"s best friend Father Judge ( FDNY Chaplan )

[@johnp139]

How so? How many people did he save?

[@patcarden3028]

Bless you brother, and thank you, take care.

[@Angeless1184]

Thanks for sharing❤appreciate all you have done.. thank you! 😊

[@miadees]

I'm so happy Mickey is still alive. I remember him from the many documentaries. God bless you Mickey. ❤

[@NCFB4Life33]

God Bless this man

[@patriciaschindler6468]

You are so amazing Lt. Kross. I have admire you and have for years. You are such an easy guy to listen to. All the best to you!

[@Stay___Strong]

I appreciate this guy. He is very thoughtful and seems honest in his answers.

[@FloozieOne]

There is a whole documentary on these firefighters that survived, I think it call Miracle of Stairway B. This guy Mickey has a big part in it and it is amazing that all these years later he does another interview and he still has the same sense of humor and awe. He is definitely one of my favorite people on Earth.

[@WorthlessPanda]

so interesting to hear other stories of people struggling with survivors guilt and ptsd, and then here comes this badass saying "i didn't do anything wrong, why would i be guilty? i was doing my job, saving peoples lives" . Crazy how a little shift in perspective can change your life.

[@Ninja_Walrus]

Legend & an absolute hero 💜

[@josephbennett3482]

The really heartbreaking thing is that in many videos of that day you can hear him speaking on the radio to command and other firefighters that ultimately died that day chief pfeifer survived , Mickey survived , and others that he worked with survived but many others he loved and worked alongside from other stations were killed.

[@FleagleSangria]

Thanks for doing this and thanks for your service to the NYFD sir. Let’s not forget these brave folks.

[@jimblack5153]

Great interview. God bless sir!

[@meredith2803]

Respect to Mickey from the UK 🇬🇧. Incredible acts of bravery that day, amongst the evil. The best and worst of humanity.

[@kirafranklyn2923]

I like his honesty and humbleness. I remember that fragment that stood.

[@velvetfaerie]

Mickey 😮

[@promakos962]

I try to watch his interviews each year. What a dear man.

[@velvetfaerie]

@@promakos962 Isn't he? And his colleagues as well. Their stories are ones of pure heroism and compassion for their fellow humans.

[@lovelana3595]

His humility 🤍🤗

[@thedarkheartedprince]

God bless that man! 🙏 Great guy!

[@missjacquie5045]

I'm Canadian and the events of 9/11 captured the world'sattention and our hearts broke for New York 💔 and for all US citizens. So many heros stepped up that day especially the passengers who thwarted the hijacking of flight 93. The courage and bravery of fire fighters on a normal day is commendable and that day they showed the world true heroism. I think we all became "adopted" Americans on that day 🇺🇸 ♥ To all the emergency responders and to everyone affected by this tragedy I pray you find some peace 🙏 🇺🇸 🙏 God Bless America 🙏 🇺🇸

[@bp4170]

Thank you for your kind words, neighbor. God Bless You!🇺🇸❤🇨🇦

[@volvos60bloke]

This is such an amazing video! Authentic, relaxed style, brilliantly produced. And Mickey is just fabulous, a great story teller. Great work all round, credit to all involved in making this.

[@batmanrobin2011]

I’m so glad to see Mickey is still with us today, one of many many many heroes

[@dixiesftblpride]

I just want to hug this man! Such an amazing man with a remarkable story! I love hearing each one of these hero’s stories!God Bless you, sir, and thank you for your service! 🇺🇸❤

[@MshAhmxiO1]

Mickey Kross recently attended an event in Connecticut. "Retired New York City firefighter Mickey Kross who survived the collapse of the north tower was recognized for his heroism." and then went to the NY event as well.

[@catherineferguson7388]

What a sweet guy, thank you for your service ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧

[@cathycat1510]

Wow God has kept this guy here and called him to help people! It's really amazing what he endured as a police officer and a fire fighter.

[@Larry26-f1w]

He endured a false narrative that blamed the disappearance of 3000 bodies on a building collapse!

[@johnp139]

Yet your sky fairy killed almost 3,000 people that day. You are delusional!

[@soniab78]

Great to see Mickey! His story and the way he tells it, is one that stays with me

[@piercedriver1]

I was 39 years old and an Asst Fire Chief in Maryland, watching this unfold on tv, nauseous because I had the knowledge that brothers were going to die that day. I never thought that 343 brothers would Parrish. I wanted so bad to be there on that scene helping. I visited the freedom tower and the 9/11 museums and the tower waterfalls. I felt a very deep reverence and honor to be on that spot. Mickey thanks for telling your story. I’m glad you are alive and retired, You earned it. RIP Brothers.

[@conspiracytheorista8988]

Did you know they took the Freedom Tower name away?

[@piercedriver1]

@@conspiracytheorista8988 no I wasn’t aware

[@Larry26-f1w]

You could predict the future ? You Fitz the bill as a miracle

[@conspiracytheorista8988]

@@Larry26-f1w I didn't predict anything. David Rockefeller told us what he was going to do.

[@anilaj9868]

What an amazing life this man has had

[@RK-ln6kg]

Thank you Mickey for sharing your story.

[@andrewgill4438]

What a great man and insight to the day. Thank you

[@test-do1gc]

what a kind and humble man. I remember him from “9/11 One Day in America.” He did so much to save lives that day. And what a haunting story from his police days. V nice interview w no interruptions and allowing him to talk. Sure he has lots of other stories. R.I.P. to his dear friend whose body he found. R.I.P. to all who died on 9/11 and the aftermath. Thank u for ur service Mickey, and thank u to all the emergency workers who risked their lives that day. God bless. 🙏

[@ambercruse278]

Fantastic interview ❤ thank you for sharing and for your service Mickey! Bless you 🇨🇦

[@jondepaul2372]

Wow that day really took a toll on him, more than we'll ever know. Can't believe that group all survived in Stairwell B. Unreal.

[@jimmyd7606]

Truly blessed & really interesting to hear his recount of that terrible event.

[@eppityrrell8236]

Such a lovely man kind eyes and heart ❤️

[@denniswiemer72]

Thank you for this. Best wishes Mickey.

[@louisayoung7816]

Love you Mickey!! Amazing man and so pleased you still with us

[@richardmeo2503]

Hey Mick glad your still with us. Stay well R (Mick and another FF from his house Steve Belson were 2 of the FFs I got to know when I got on in 1980. We lost Steve on 9/11.)

[@green_eye_gossip]

Wow. This guy brought his story to life. What an amazing story. What a hero.

[@joyleenpoortier7496]

Awesome very humble Hero.