Chicago, IL
2 Chicago firefighters injured while battling blaze in Back of the Yards on South Side
Firefighters have been battling the blaze for roughly two hours, and at this level, they stated the principle fireplace is out.
211 Replace. All strains shut down. Principal Hearth is out corporations chasing scorching spots and beginning salvage & overhaul. Corporations additionally beginning rehab.
— Chicago Hearth Media (@CFDMedia) May 30, 2022
Nonetheless, they’re chasing hotspots in the mean time and attempting to salvage what they’ll.
Crews have been racing to extinguish the large fireplace that began in a single condo constructing and unfold to 2 others beside it within the 4500-block of South Justine Avenue within the Again of the Yards neighborhood.
A lady stated she lives within the condo constructing that caught fireplace together with her two younger kids. Fortunately although, none of them have been dwelling on the time of the fireplace, in order that they weren’t injured.
Her household, who additionally lives on the block, noticed the flames and referred to as her instantly.
She stated they’ve misplaced every part.
Officers stated two firefighters have been taken to Stroger hospital with minor accidents whereas battling the blaze however are stated to be in good situation.
2-11 replace 2 FF’s transported each to Stroger with minor accidents, each Inexperienced and in good situation.
— Chicago Hearth Media (@CFDMedia) May 30, 2022
Crews are nonetheless on the scene and shortly shall be working to seek out out what may need precipitated this hearth.
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