Nearly 25 years after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the fire station located directly across from the World Trade Center site remains a focal point for public remembrance. The station, which was the first to respond to the disaster that claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 people, is now staffed by a new generation of firefighters. However, Sal Argano stands as the final member of the original team that responded on that day to remain on the station's active roster.

For many visitors traveling to the site of the attacks, the firehouse serves as a tangible connection to the events of 2001. The station has become a frequent stop for those paying their respects, highlighting the ongoing legacy of the first responders who were on the scene when the towers fell. While the department has seen significant turnover in the decades since the attacks, Argano’s continued presence provides a direct link to the station's history and its role during the initial emergency response. The station continues to balance its daily operational duties with its status as a site of historical and emotional significance for the city and the nation.