Here are a few images taken recently in Chicago. This was a vacant home in the 19th Battalion. There was fire in the basement, first floor, and attic. Most of the initial attack was done defensively. Eventually companies went interior and mopped up.
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A still & box was called for around 0715hrs followed by a 2-11 on Sunday morning, September 8th in Chicago’s 19th Battalion. Engine Company 54 deck gunned most of the heavy fire on the second floor. By the time companies led out, the fire had advanced to the third and was blowing out the front of the building. A RAM and several hand lines were used from the exterior to bring the fire under control in quick order. A tower ladder and snorkel were set up but I don’t believe they were ever used.
Large pallet yard with communication to a furniture warehouse.
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This was a very large building used as some kind of metal recycle/refinishing operation. Haz mat response utilized with 3 tower ladders, a Snorkel, and an inline operation.
Here are a few more images from Chicago’s 3-11 in the 24th Battalion on Sunday. Bitter cold temperatures and limited access for companies to work.
Additional images from the Still and Box Alarm fire in Chicago, IL – December 3, 2023
