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The fire had trapped many workers below decks. Rescue members used their masks and torches extensively to gain access to the trapped workers. Many risky and challenging rescues were made at this incident. The companies also made use of every available inhalator and resuscitator. At about lunch time, Rescue 2 was dispatched on the 2nd alarm for a possible boiler or transformer explosion.

Upon their arrival, R-2 members were tasked with determining, if possible, a means to abate the heavy spread of smoke and heat from the basement levels primarily from the vehicle fires in the lower level parking structure. The company then split into separate squads to assist with the searches in the sub-basement levels.

This victim, a Port Authority employee survived the explosion. The company operated for about 6 hours , and was awarded a unit citation. Six occupants were killed, and over were reported injured. The story tower 1 building collapsed to the ground. Martin , Fr. Lake , Fr. Libretti, Fr. Quappe, Fr. Rall , and Fr. Napolitano of Rescue 2 were all killed in the line of duty. On that day members of the F. When initially organized, the Company was quartered with E, located at Carlton Ave.

The Company moved back in with E until July 26, , when the Company moved to its current location. The current firehouse on Bergen St. Equipment According to early documentation, including FDNY Annual reports, specialized tools and equipment were the primary reason for the establishment of the five Rescue Companies. Among the more notable incidents Rescue 2 has operated at: - The St.

Rescue Apparatus Since its inception, the Company has operated with 11 Rescue rigs. Logging in Remember me. Log in. Forgot password or user name? FDNY Rescue 6. Posts Latest Activity Photos. Page of 2. Filtered by:. Previous 1 2 template Next. Find all posts. View Profile. Hello all. Does any one know why rescue 6 was shut down after being in service for only a short time? Money shortage No need for another rescue Any ideas? Anything Goes!

The position in the eyes of some, may appear to be a lowly one; but we know the work which a fireman has to do believe his is a noble calling. Our proudest moment is to save lives.

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Republican National Convention I believe Rescue 6 was placed in service for a certain period before and after the Republican National Convention due to the increased possibliity of terrorist attacks and increased call volume. Hopefully this is right I'm sure an FDNY guy 'll pop up with the answer any minute.

Comment Post Cancel. Pardon me sir.. I believe Rescue 6 was placed in service for a certain period before and after the Republican National Convention due to the increased possibliity of terrorist attacks and increased call volume.

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