2007
RUN STATS |
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ENG |
TRK |
| JAN |
338 |
268 |
| FEB |
339 |
316 |
| MAR |
357 |
341 |
| APR |
387 |
257 |
| MAY |
382 |
302 |
| JUN |
382 |
309 |
| JUL |
389 |
347 |
| AUG |
454 |
336 |
| SEP |
402 |
307 |
| OCT |
405 |
314 |
| NOV |
364 |
317 |
| TOT |
4199 |
3414 |
2006
RUN STATS |
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ENG |
TRK |
| JAN |
492 |
189 |
| FEB |
433 |
163 |
| MAR |
465 |
206 |
| APR |
453 |
189 |
| MAY |
515 |
187 |
| JUN |
465 |
230 |
| JUL |
466 |
191 |
| AUG |
381 |
288 |
| SEP |
407 |
303 |
| OCT |
398 |
260 |
| NOV |
401 |
267 |
| DEC |
370 |
317 |
| TOT |
5246 |
2790 |
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| Welcome to the official website of Engine Co. 11 and Truck Co. 6. We are located at 3420 14th St. NW in the Columbia Heights section of Washington, D.C. This website is paid for and maintained by the members of Engine Co. 11 and Truck Co. 6.
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| House of Flame Welcomes Back Battalion Chief John Faulkner |
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8/23/08 |
Chief Faulkner comes back to Engine 11 after getting promoted to the 3rd Battalion. The officers and members of Engine 11 and Truck 6 welcome back Chief Faulkner and hope his stay at the House of Flame is long and enjoyable.
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| #3 PLATOON ON ANOTHER LIQUOR STORE FIRE |
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8/17/08 |
Just before midnight, units with the 4th Battalion were alerted to the 900 block of Kennedy Street for the building fire.
Units arrived to find heavy smoke showing from a one-story liquor store. As firefighters started attacking the fire, fire extended downward into the basement.
The fire was placed under control within 15 minutes. Truck 6 operated for over 2 hours while Engine 11 assisted in the exposures.
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| #2 PLATOON ON LIQUOR STORE FIRE |
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8/9/08 |
Units with the 4th Battalion were dispatched to 646 Rock Creek Church Road, NW for the building fire. Engine 11 and Truck 6 (both first due) arrived to report heavy fire showing from a one-story liquor store. Access was initially hampered due to the structure being boarded up, but the trucks quickly opened up allowing the engines to knock down the fire. The fire was placed under control quickly and no extension to adjacent structures was found.
One firefighter from Engine 11 was transported to the hospital with non life threatening injuries. We are happy to report that a full recovery has been made by this firefighter.
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| 1333 HARVARD STREET FOR THE HOUSE |
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8/4/08 |
A dwelling in the city's Columbia Heights sections was struck by a small blaze on Monday morning, August 4th.
Firefighters arrived at 1333 Harvard Street N.W. around 6:15 AM to find smoke showing from the front door of the three story row dwelling. Fire was found in a dryer with flames already extended into cabinets above.
The blaze was quickly knocked down, and units worked to halt any further extension and clear smoke conditions. The air unit and an investigator were called in to assist.
All occupants of the home were safely evacuated. Engine 11 and Truck 6 were both first due on the box and were held by command for overhaul.
Photos and story courtesy of DCFD.com
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| ENGINE 11 WELCOMES CAPTAIN E. RICE |
| Date: |
7/22/08 |
The officers and members of the House of Flame welcome back Captain E. Rice as the new Captain of Engine Co.11. Captain Rice served with Engine 11 as a Private and most recently served as a Lieutenant at Engine Co. 4.
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The Community was rather eager to welcome back Captain Rice to Columbia Heights. The community embassador, Ben (right), patriotically welcomes Captain Rice (left). |
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| PLATOON #1 ON THREE ALARM FIRE IN THE 4th BATTALION |
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7/18/08 |
Units from the 4th Battalion were dispatched to the 200 block of Longfellow St., NW for a house on fire. First arriving units found a middle of the row rowhouse with heavy smoke showing from side A. As additional companies began to arrive, units found heavy fire issuing from side charlie of two rowhouses. Companies mounted an aggressive interior attack while command requested an additional alarm because of the rapidly extending fire to the delta exposures and increasing wind.
As Truck 6's driver and tillerman were operating on the roof with Truck 11's crew, Truck 11's Tillerman, FF Lewis, fell through the roof and a large column of fire erupted out of the hole. A MAYDAY was sounded for the missing firefighter. FF Lewis fell through the roof and into the second floor which was on fire. He was able to extricate himself onto a rear porch where a ladder was thrown to him and he was removed to an awaiting EMS unit. Luckily, FF Lewis is expected to make a full recovery.
As the mayday was sounded, an additional (3rd Alarm) was sounded by command bringing more units and firefighters. Units continued to deal with extreme heat and smoke conditions in three rowhouses as they battled the intense & deep seated fire. The fire came under control within 40 minutes.
The fire caused $1 million in damage to seven houses, including three homes across the alley in the 5500 block of Kansas Avenue due to radiant heat, one firefighter MAYDAY was resolved safely, several firefighters were transported for burns and heat exposure, and over 160 firefighters operated onscene.
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| Truck 6 #2 Platoon Chosen as Crew of the Week by DCFD.com |
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| 935 Florida Ave., NW for the Building Fire |
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6/24/08 |
Engine 11, Truck 6, and Battalion 4 were dispatched on 6/24/08 at 0400 to 935 Florida Ave., NW for the church fire. Engine 4 arrived onscene side Alpha with heavy fire showing from the top two floors. Engine 11 dispatched 5th arrived 3rd and was ordered to lay dual lines from Tower Ladder 3 to an independant water source. The Special Operations Battalion Chief advised command 6 that the building was vacant and en route Battalion 6 ordered all operations to be exterior. Engine 11 assisted with water supply while ladder pipes placed a quick knock down on the fire.
Truck 6 was dispatched on the Working Fire Dispatch and assisted with the Rapid Intervention duties. Units operated for over three hours mopping up hot spots and cleaning up. Battalion 4 assisted at the command post.
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| Chief John Lee Retires After 26 Years of Service |
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6/20/08 |
The members of Engine 11, Truck 6, and Battalion 4 congratulate Chief John Lee, Battalion 4 #1 Platoon on his recent retirement. Chief Lee retired after service over 26 years of dedicated service to the District of Columbia Fire Department. We would like to congratulate Chief Lee and wish him the enjoyment of retirement.
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| House of Flame Promotions |
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6/20/08 |
Congratulations to Technicians Rych Pullen (Wagon Driver E-11 #3 Plt) and Chuck Jones (Truck Driver T-6 #3 Plt) and Sgt. Andy Spotts (Battalion Aide 4 #4 Plt) on their recent promotions. Sgt. Pullen will be assuming duty at Truck 4 #3 Plt., Sgt. Chuck Jones will be assuming duty at Truck 9 #3 Plt., and Lt. Spotts will be at Engine 4. All these men did exceptionally well on their promotional process and served the House of Flame well. We wish these men the best of luck in their new endeavours and hope that they return soon to the House of Flame.
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| Welcome Back Sgt. O'Connor |
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6/20/08 |
The House of Flame welcomes back Sgt. Paul O'Connor (T-6 #3 Plt). Sgt. O'Connor left the house upon his promotion to Sgt. and served 2 years at the Fire Prevention/Investigation Division. Sgt. O'Connor was a back-step fireman at Engine 11 for several years prior to his promotion. Welcome Back Sgt.
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| MEMBERS PLAY IN EMERALD SOCIETY GOLF TOURNAMENT |
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6/12/08 |
Members from Engine Company 11 participated in the Emerald Society Golf Tournament. The team won the firehouse division, making it 4 years in a row Engine Company 11 has won this title!
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| Captain Faulkner Promoted to Third Battalion Chief |
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6/11/08 |
Captain Faulkner (Engine 11, Platoon 1) was promoted to Battalion Fire Chief in the 3rd Battalion. We wish Chief Faulkner the most success in his promotion and are eagerly awaiting his reassignment back to the 4th Battalion on #1 Platoon.
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| Truck 6 Technician Exam Results In |
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6/11/08 |
Congratulations to FF Mike Gilson (T-6-3) on recieving the highest overall score on the Truck 6 Technician Examination. All members who completed the process did very well.
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| Sergeant Mike LaCore Back to Full Duty |
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6/9/08 |
The Officers and Members of the "House of Flame" welcome Sgt. Michael LaCore back to full duty. Sgt. LaCore suffered third degree burns over his body while battling a fire in the 1st Battalion over 6 months ago. We are glad his recovery went well and wish him the best success in the remainder of his fire department career. Welcome Back Sgt.
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| Burn Foundation Holds Day Camp at the Fire Boat |
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6/7/08 |
Several Members of the "House of Flame" organized a field trip for several children from the Washington Metro area. These children were given a tour of the fire boat, the firehouse, and enjoyed lots of food and fun. FF Woods (E11) and Hess (E11) were instrumental in the success of this event.
For More Info. on the DC Firefighters Burn Foundation visit: www.dcffburnfoundation.org
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| PLATOON #1 ON FIRST DUE HOUSE |
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6/2/08 |
Engine 11, Truck 6, and Battalion 4 were dispatched to the 1700 block of Shepherd St., NW for the house fire. Engine 11 laid out from 17th St. and arrived on side A of a two story single family detached house with smoke showing. Engine 24 arrived shortly thereafter reporting fire showing from the rear. An aggressive interior attack was mounted with Engine 11 and Truck 6. Engine 11 made quick work of the two rooms. Truck 6 threw several ground ladders, the aerial, and forced entry. All searches proved negative. Battalion 4 held units from the House of Flame for overhaul. All units cleared within 1 hour.
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| YANKEE STADIUM TRIP |
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5/22/08 |
16 members of E-11, T-6 and BFC 4 traveled to NYC to see the Yankees take on the Orioles for the last season played at Yankee Stadium. Members piled in a Limo Bus from Limousines Incorporated for the one day trip. The bus stopped in Philly, on the way up and back, for Cheesesteaks. It was a great time had by all. Thanks go out to Chuck Jones, T-6-3, for putting it together.
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| PLATOON #1 ON WORKING FIRE IN 5TH BATTALION |
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5/16/08 |
Engine 11, Truck 6, and Battalion 4 were dispatched to the 3800 blk. of Newark St., NW for the apartment fire. Initial units reported heavy smoke showing with an apartment off in the basement. Engine 11 arrived second due and advanced their line through side charlie and down the stairs. Engine 11 assisted in extinguishment of the apartment. Truck 6 arrived in the rear, threw several ground ladders, vented, searched, removed security bars, and assisted in overhaul. The wagon driver of Engine 11 assisted Rescue 2 members with the removal of several citizens out of windows and down ladders. All units cleared within 2 hours of dispatch. Photo courtesy of DCFD PIO Alan Etter.
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| PROMOTIONAL EXAM FOR DCFD |
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4/26/08 |
Several members of the "House of Flame" took the written exam for the Promotional Process on 4/26. Several members did very well. We wish all members that took the test the best of luck with the remainder of the process.
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| PLATOON #1 ON HOUSE IN 1ST BATTALION |
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4/25/08 |
Engine 11 and Truck 6 responded to the 1st Battalion as the Working Fire Dispatch units. Initial companies located and extinguished a basement fire in a detached single family home. Engine 11 and Truck 6 cleared the scene within 45 minutes. Photo courtesy of DCFire.com.
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| PLATOON #1 ON 4TH BATTALION HOUSE |
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4/21/08 |
Engine 11 (2nd Due), Truck 6 (1st Due), and Chief 4 responded to the 1500 blk of Allison St. for the house on fire. The box alarm was unusual due to many units responding on another box alarm in the 4th Battalion. Engine 11 laid out from 16th St. and arrived in the rear of a two story middle of the row row house with smoke issuing from several windows. Truck 6 arrived in the front with heavy smoke from the first and second floors. An aggressive interior attack was mounted while Truck 6 opened-up and searched. The fire was knocked down within 10 minutes while units checked for extension. Battalion 4 had command and held Engine 9, Engine 11, and Truck 6. All units cleared the scene within 2 hours. Photo courtesy of DCFD.com.
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| SERIOUS ACCIDENT INVOLVING MPD IN FRONT OF STATION |
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4/17/08 |
As the House of Flame was relaxing after dinner, a loud crash was heard in front of the station. Members ran out and found a serious accident involving a Metropolitan Police Department squad car. After all was sorted out, two officers were found trapped in a police car that went off the road, and other bystanders were injured by flying debris. Crews from Engine 11, Truck 6, Engine 54 (water supply unit) and Ambulance 11 rendered care to all parties involved while Rescue 2 extricated the trapped officers. Both officers were transported to local trauma centers in serious but stable condition. We wish the injured MPD officers a speedy recovery from their injuries.
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| WELCOME BACK PVT. SHYAB |
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4/18/08 |
The officers and members of the "House of Flame" welcome back Private Charlie Shyab of Engine Co.4. Charlie has spent the last several months recovering from severe burns suffered while fighting a fire in Northeast. We are glad to see Charlie back in the company and wish him the best of luck in his long career ahead.
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| FOUR MEN PASS TRUCK 6 TECHNICIAN WRITTEN EXAM |
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4/17/08 |
FF Gilson, FF Carroll, FF McKnight, and FF Nehf completed the first stage of the Technician Exam process. These four men all passed the written exam for the possible upcoming vacancy of a Truck 6 driver. We wish them all the best of luck in the continued process.
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| 3636 16th ST, NW FOR THE APARTMENT FIRE |
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4/14/08 |
11 ENGINE, 6 TRUCK, and the 4TH BATTALION responded to the apartment fire at 3636 16th St., NW. Engine 11 arrived 1st due and advanced their stand-pipe racks to the 9th floor. Upon making entry to the 9th floor, smoke was banked down to the floor. Engine 11 and Truck 6 located a fire in an apartment on the 9th floor. Engine 11 extinguished the fire while Truck 6 searched and vented. Units operated for over 2 hours, while command held the units from the "HOUSE OF FLAME" until the fire marshals completed their investigation. Picture courtesy of DCFD.com.
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SEVERAL ACTIVE MEMBERS ATTEND FUNERAL
OF CAPTAIN (RET.) TRUMAN CONES |
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4/11/08 |
Chief Mullikin (BFC 4), Captain Faulkner (E-11), Technician Baka (E-11), Technician Sinon (T-6), Sgt. Capps (BFC 4) and FF Rector (E-11) attended the funeral of Retired Truck 6 Captain Truman Cones. An impressive showing at the funeral of both active and retired members stood testament to the type of man Captain Cones truly was. The crowd overwhelmed the church sanctuary and the hallways leading into the church. The members and officers of the "HOUSE OF FLAME" extend our deepest sympathies to the Cones family.
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| NEW MEMBERS OF TRUCK COMPANY 6 |
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4/8/08 |
The officers and members of the "House of Flame" welcome Probationer Eric Norris (T-6-1) and Probationer William Thompson (T-6-3). We wish them both the best on their probationary studies and look forward to their great careers as DC firemen.
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RETIRED TRUCK 6 CAPTAIN TRUMAN A. (TONY) CONES
PASSES AWAY |
| Date: |
4/2/08 |
The officers and members of Engine Co.11 and Truck Co.6 extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Retired Captain Truman A. Cones. Captain Cones passed away on April 2, 2008.
We had the great opportunity of seeing Captain Cones and his wife this past summer at the Engine 11 Reunion. Captain Cones will truly be missed.
There will be a Memorial Mass at St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, 620 Best Gate Rd. Annopolis Md. on Friday April 11,2008 at 9:30 A.M.
A memorial wake will follow at the Knights of Pyphias 2529 Solomans Lsland Road, Annopolis Md. Address all further questions to the firehouse.
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| TRUCK 6 ON NORTHEAST BLAZE FOR #1 PLATOON |
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4/1/08 |
Truck Co.6 was dispatched on 4/1/08 for the apartment fire with reported people trapped at 3900 7th St., NE. Engine 17 arrived to find a two story apartment with fire coming from several windows. A strong interior attack was mounted and extinguished the fire in several minutes. Rescue Squad 2 removed one occupant from the structure. Unfortunately, the elderly female succumbed to her injuries at a local hospital. One firefighter suffered minor injuries on this fire. He is anticipated to be back to work shortly. Truck 6 cleared after 1 hour of work.
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