With the projected time-saving advantages of the new Crossrail and expanded use of bus lanes for emergency vehicles they will be able to do it in 7 minutes and 35 seconds next time.
Dhajjieboy opened this thread saying he's not forgotten 911 and that maybe he's alone in thinking that. Says a lot.
He says that now London and Manchester are getting a taste of what New York got and that he grieves. I know that no-one is grieving yet and everyone is still in shock. Grief comes later for those who actually grieve.
Thanks for your thoughts Dhajjieboy. It all helps.