Charlotte Fire Department - Station 22 - "Derita Engine Co."

The Derita Engine Company would like to congratulate A-Shift Firefighter Jesus Padilla Jr. for completing all the necessary tasks (including his station project, a new sign for our new weightroom) and earning his 22 helmet shield! Padilla has proven to be a great addition to the Sugar Creek family and will be a valued asset to the Derita community!

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The Derita Engine Company would like to congratulate former Engine 22 Firefighter, Samuel Hunter, on his promotion to Captain!! Sam, a fourth-generation firefighter, has been with the Charlotte Fire Department since June of 2014, and served the Derita community for just shy of 9 years. Congratulations Captain Hunter! Be safe brother, we know you'll do great! Come back and see us!

Please join us in congratulating Mari Scamp on her promotion to the rank of Engineer! Mari has been with the Charlotte Fire Department since November of 2018. Congratulations Engineer Scamp! We wish you luck as the new driver for Engine 11, the Derita Engine Company misses you already! Be safe sister!

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**WORKING FIRE** Last night, E22 was dispatched to a structure fire on Dalecrest Dr. E7 arrived on scene with smoke and flames showing from a single story house. Delayed due to responding from a brush fire, E22 arrived on scene second, pulled the second attack line, and assisted with establishing a water supply. Companies on the box: E22, E7, E18, E27, L45, TW18, R11, Batt 9, & Batt 2.

Firefighter from Charlotte (NC) Fire Department’s Engine 22 and wrapping up on the scene of a report of smoke in a residence.

As always the City of Charlotte stays busy, and the Derita/Sugar Creek corridor was no exception. E22 still remains the busiest company in the city at 5,163 for 2025. Its our honor to serve our citizens! 🐊