A large house fire in Glen Ellyn went to three alarms Tuesday afternoon. The house had a long driveway and many trees which complicated access. Articles with photos can be found HERE and HERE.
John Tulipano sent in two images from the scene. He has more photos HERE. Tim Olk was also at the scene and submitted several images. He has a gallery HERE.
Unable to gain access for an aerial device near the house, firefighters work to extinguish the fire in Glen Ellyn on Tuesday with hand lines and a multi-versal. John Tulipano photo
The house sustained extensive damage after the fire was knocked down. John Tulipano photo.
Glen Ellyn Engine 27 was at the head of the driveway. Tim Olk photo
Several area chief officers work at the command post. Tim Olk photo
Firefighters deploy a hand line in the rear yard where the house had three floors. Tim Olk photo
Another view from the rear shows the difficulty with getting resources to attack the fire. Tim Olk photo
Firefighters inspect the interior from one of the many roof elevations of the house. TIm Olk photo
A firefighter overhauls the eaves from a ladder on a second floor balcony. Tim Olk photo
