The story is still the same in July 2004. The fire is at the end of the block behind the photographer. The companies at this end of the block have opted to stretch 350’s, considering it quicker than grabbing a line from an alternate company closer to the fire. As Cosgrove said, it’s a DC thing. Also, here is a different view of seldom seen Air Unit 3, not quite as good as BCFDT782’s image.
Kevin Byrne