Last Surviving 9/11 Firefighter From First Responding Crew Continues Service at NYC’s Ten House

South Bend Elkhart, IN, September 9, 2026 — Firefighter Sal Argano, a member of New York City’s Ten House (Ladder 10), continues his service nearly 25 years after the September 11th attacks. Ten House is notable as the firehouse that dispatched the first responders to the World Trade Center on that fateful day in 2001.

Argano stands as the sole surviving member of the 2001 crew from Ten House who is still actively working at the firehouse. The station, located near Ground Zero, now also functions as a memorial site, preserving the memory of the events and the personnel involved.

The passage of time highlights the enduring dedication of individuals like Argano, who have maintained their roles in emergency services following one of the nation’s most significant events. The firehouse’s dual role as an active station and a memorial underscores the ongoing connection to the history of September 11th for those who serve there.

Details regarding specific deployments or the current status of other crew members from the 2001 team were not provided in the summary. The duration of Argano’s continued service or any specific role he holds within the firehouse at present were also not detailed. The summary did not include information about any ceremonies or commemorations planned by Ten House or its personnel in relation to the upcoming anniversary.

Ten House’s proximity to Ground Zero places it in a unique position, serving both the present-day community and acting as a constant reminder of past sacrifices. Argano’s continued presence at the firehouse represents a living link to the historic response to the attacks.

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