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My maps from 1930 and c2011 for the NFDHANFD had its max of 32 Engines and 12 Trucks for a few years around 1930, when E32 was organized 1928 and Engine 25 disbanded in 1933. Many companies lost were around "downtown" E24. Engines 30 and 31 were Squad Engines, replacing the former Squad Companies.

The morning of June 6, 1993 in the wee hours, the Chinese refugee ship GOLDEN VENTURE grounded off Rockaway. FDNY responded and our fireboats launched small boats in heavy surf to remove passengers. Here is FIRE FIGHTER off shore as members help in removal. Incidentally this was the anniversary...

About 20 mins ago (1430 hrs, 1/31/11) a MACK CF pumper - West Hamilton Beach vollies was responding - lights and sirens - northward on Woodhaven Blvd thru Middle Village - Rego Park. Was something big going on?