On Wednesday night, Chicago firefighters responded to a large fire in the North Center area when a residential building caught fire and spread to several neighboring structures. The incident happened at a four-story structure at 1927 W. School St. at approximately 6 p.m., according to the Chicago Sun-Times. Crews used four hose lines and battled the fire until it was put out by 7:30 p.m. No injuries were recorded in the aftermath of the fire, despite the fact that it spread to the point where it harmed nearby properties.
As flames and smoke became visible from across the North Branch of the Chicago River at Belmont Avenue, the Fire Department issued a still-and-box alarm requesting more equipment and personnel. The fire also involved a nearby duplex home with Victorian gingerbread trim and ornamental brackets, as well as a more recent home at 1923 W. School Street, according to CBS News Chicago. The fire, which had spread to the top story of the apartment building between Damen and Wolcott avenues, was fiercely fought by firefighters.
Officials had to take a defensive stance due to the fire’s intensity, and the Chicago Fire Department confirmed that the flames had definitely spread beyond their original location. The dramatic sight as firemen battled the flames was captured on camera by the Citizen app. After conducting a comprehensive search of the area, the Fire Department was able to verify that no people were discovered within the structures that were impacted by this incident.
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