DCFD Engine16 Tower3 "The Midnight Express"

Congratulations are due to Technician Justin Allen on his retirement. Thank you for 25 years of dedication! You’ve left some big shoes to fill. “Spot in the Alley!”

Truck 3 responded to a box alarm with a report of a person trapped. T3 arrived first due truck to find fire on the first floor. Pvt. M. Marron (TL3 #3) found a victim in a smoke filled room on the second floor of a rowhome. With assistance from members of Rescue 3 the home owner was carried out to safety and received EMS care.

The Officers and Members of The Midnight Express extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Lieutenant (Ret.) John V. Pignataro.

Lt. Pignataro was a respected leader, a steady voice, and a trusted mentor to generations who passed through the doors of 16 Engine. His presence left a mark on every platoon, and every Member who had the honor to serve alongside him.

His memory and legacy are woven into the very fabric of our firehouse, and his spirit will always ride with us.

Rest easy, Lieu.

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Congratulations Engine Co. 16 & Tower Ladder 3 - for being named Companies of the month.

We would like to congratulate 16 Engine’s Technician Tommy Keelan for 30 years with the DCFD.

Engine 16 and Tower 3 #2 putting in work today at 325 P ST SW

Happy 28th Anniversary to Firefighting Deputy Fire Chiefs Aide, Sergeant Steve Murphy. Notably over half of his tenure has been assigned to the No. 16 Engine House.

Happy Holidays from 16 Engine, Tower 3