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.
Emerald Society Firefighters of Washington Golf Tournament to benefit Lou Gehrig's Disease
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.
PLATOON #1 ON HOUSE IN 1ST BATTALION
Date:
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.
PLATOON #1 ON 4TH BATTALION HOUSE
Date:
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.
SERIOUS ACCIDENT INVOLVING MPD IN FRONT OF STATION
Date:
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.
WELCOME BACK PVT. SHYAB
Date:
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.
FOUR MEN PASS TRUCK 6 TECHNICIAN WRITTEN EXAM
Date:
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.
3636 16th ST, NW FOR THE APARTMENT FIRE
Date:
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.
SEVERAL ACTIVE MEMBERS ATTEND FUNERAL OF CAPTAIN (RET.) TRUMAN CONES
Date:
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.
NEW MEMBERS OF TRUCK COMPANY 6
Date:
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.
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.
TRUCK 6 ON NORTHEAST BLAZE FOR #1 PLATOON
Date:
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.
TRUCK 6 AND SEVERAL ACTIVE MEMBERS PARTICIPATE IN WASHINGTON DC ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Date:
3/16/08
Several current and former members marched in the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in downtown Washington, DC. After attending a Mass service at St. Patrick's Cathedral, members formed and marched down Constitution Ave.
At the end of the parade route, Truck Co. 6 set up its aerial for the American flag display with Tuck Co. 7. The "House of Flame" is also home to several members of the Emerald Society Pipes and Drums Band. The band recently returned from several parades in Savannah, Georgia to march in the Washington, DC parade.
#2 ON 2ND DUE ENGINE ON BASEMENT FIRE IN 4TH BATTALION
Date:
3/13/08
Engine 11 and the Chief responded to 617 Tuckerman St., NW on March 13th, 2008 for a reported basement fire. Engine 11 arrived on scene to find fire in the basement. After advancing the 350' pre-connect, the attack was mounted in the basement. Engine 11 made quick work of the fire. Truck 6 responded on the Working Fire Dispatched and assisted in the control of utilities. Units cleared after 2 hours.
Photos courtesy of DCFD.com
#1 PLATOON ON 5-ALARM, FIRST-DUE FIRE
Date:
3/13/08
Engine 11, Truck 6, and Battalion 4 responded on the 1st Due fire at 3145 Mount Pleasant St., NW in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Northwest. Truck 6 arrived on scene and advised of nothing evident. Engine 11 laid out a supply line from the corner and positioned on side A behind Truck 6. Engine 11's crew advanced the 350' through side A and found dense smoke banked down to the floor. Initial reports had fire on the third floor. Engine 11 and Truck 6 found fire on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors of a 4 story apartment building.
Truck 6 laddered the roof and opened up, while the interior crews mounted an aggressive attack on the deep seated fire. Truck 6 driver and tiller man and Engine 11 driver threw over 15 ground ladders, took out several windows, and took off security bars.
While the interior crews were mounting their attack, fire starting blowing out of several windows in the rear. As hose lines were knocking down the fire, a flash over occurred, blowing out all windows left intact on side bravo. At this time, the back of the building was fully involved. The interior attack was continued but found to be futile. The fire load and intensity was too much for hand lines. As crews were attempting to back out lines, a Mayday was sounded for a trapped firefighter. Rescue Squad 2's officer was unaccounted for. Tower 3 positioned the bucket for rescue, while Truck 6 driver positioned the stick for removal of the firefighter. Luckily, the Lt. was safely located and placed into the bucket of Tower 3.
At this time, all crews were ordered to evacuate the building. Master stream devices were established while large diameter hose was stretched to nearby truck companies.
Units remained on the scene for over 6 hours flowing water.
**On a side note: Due to the amount of fire found in the rear, an adjacent church went up in flames. Another 2nd alarm was dispatched to this location and units held the fire in check as best as possible.**
On Tuesday, March 11, 2008, several members of the "House of Flame"
made the trip north to Lower Chichester, Pennsylvania for the funeral
of Lt. Nicholas Picozzi of the Lower Chichester Fire Department. Lt.
Picozzi died from injuries sustained in the line of duty while
operating at a basement fire on March 5. Pvt. Martin (E-11-1), Lt.
White (T-6-2) and BFC Callahan (BFC-4-3) began their firefighting
careers in Delaware County, PA, where the fire occurred. Also in
attendance was Tech. Woolston (E-27-2) and FF Justin Davidson (AACoFD
T-33). Members paid their respects to those who knew Lt. Picozzi and
were interviewed by local news media, who commented that Washington,
DC was the furthest south in attendance. Rest in peace, Lt. Picozzi.
TRUCK 6 WELCOMES NEW MEMBER
Date:
3/8/08
Private Mardo joins the ranks of Truck 6 on #4 Platoon. FF Mardo joins the "House of Flame" after serving a short stint at Engine 20 and Engine 33. Welcome!
ENGINE 11 BABY BORN
Date:
3/8/08
Pvt. Frank Iscoa and his wife are the proud new parents of Desi Elianna Iscoa. She was born late last week, weighing in at 8.5 lbs. Mother and baby are doing well. Congratulations to the new parents and welcome to the family.
TRUCK 6 WELCOMES NEW MEMBER
Date:
3/4/08
#2 Platoon welcomes Probationer McClellan as the new probationer. Welcome to the "House of Flame" and good luck with your probationary studies.
2422 17TH STREET, NW FOR THE APARTMENT FIRE
Date:
3/4/08
#2 Platoon responded as the 1st due truck and the 2nd due engine on the reported apartment fire. Battalion 4 arrived on scene to find smoke showing from the second floor. Engine 11 deployed their attack line and got to the fire before the first due company. Engine 11 extinguished all fire while Truck 6 overhauled, searched, and vented. Command held Engine 21, Engine 11, and Truck 6 to assist the investigators. All units cleared within 3 hours.
4TH BATTALION BLAZE
Date:
2/22/08
Truck 6 and Battalion 4 were dispatched to 6509 North Capitol St., NE for the building fire. Truck 6 arrived with smoke showing. Ventilation efforts were initiated, while the fire was being extinguished by the first engine companies. Truck 6 assisted in overhaul and salvage. All units cleared within 3 hours.
1ST DUE HOUSE FIRE
Date:
2/20/08
Engine 11, Truck 6, and Battalion 4 responded to 3304 Brown St., NW on February 20th for the reported house fire. Units arrived to find fire on the first floor. Engine 11 extinguished all fire on the first floor and proceeded to the second floor to check for extension. Truck 6 vented and performed the primary search. All searches proved negative. Battalion 4 held Engine 11 and Truck 6 to mop up. Units cleared within two hours.
NEW MEMBER OF TRUCK 6 FAMILY
Date:
2/13/08
Firefighter Richard Waldbauer and his wife are the proud new parents of a beautiful baby girl. Mother and daughter are doing well.
NEW MEMBER OF ENGINE 11 FAMILY
Date:
2/13/08
Congratulations to Technician Rych Pullen and his wife on the birth of their beautiful baby boy. Keefer Calhoun Pullen was born 2-10-08, weighing in at 6 lbs. 15 oz. Baby and mother are doing well. Congratulations.
HOUSE OF FLAME WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS
Date:
2/13/08
Battalion Chief Robert Mullikin comes to the 4th Battalion on #2 Platoon after recently serving in the 6th Battalion. Chief Mullikin served earlier in his career not only as the Wagon Driver of 11 Engine but also as the Captain of Truck Co. 6. Welcome back Chief Mullikin.
Battalion Chief Robert Callahan joins the ranks of the 4th Battalion after recently serving as the Captain of Engine Co.28. Congrats on your promotion Chief and welcome to the House of Flame.
Probationer Christopher Rutter has started his probationary studies as a member of Truck Co.6 on # 4 Platoon. The Officers and Members of 11 Engine and 6 Truck welcome him and wish him the greatest success in his new career.
Firefighter Paramedic Eric Fledderjohann joins Engine 11 #3 Platoon after serving his first few years at Engine Co. 30 in Northeast. We welcome Eric and hope his stay is long-term.
CONDOLENCES TO THE FAULKNER FAMILY
Date:
2/12/08
The Officers and members of Engine 11, Truck 6, and Battalion 4 extend our deepest sympathies to Captain John Faulkner of Engine 11 and his family on the sudden loss of his mother. Our hearts go out to the Faulkner family in this tragic time.
BUILDING FIRE IN 4TH BATTALION FOR #3 PLATOON
Date:
2/12/08
11 Engine (3rd Due), 6 Truck (2nd Due) and Battalion 4 were all dispatched to 6208 Georgia Ave for the building fire. Companies found fire conditions in the cockloft. Truck 6 opened up while 11 Engine assisted in extinguishment. Battalion 4 had command of the incident.
