Archive for December, 2017

House fire in Bridgeview, 12-28-17

This from Eric Haak:

The Bridgeview Fire Department had a box alarm at 8356 S. 78th Ave on 12/28. Companies landed on scene around 10:20 in the morning and had fire and smoke showing. Companies went defensive a little over 10 minutes after arrival.

smoke and flames as firefighters battle house fire

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firefighters battle house fire

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firefighters battle house fire

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firefighters battle house fire with smoke

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firefighters battle house fire with smoke

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firefighters battle house fire with smoke

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firefighters battle house fire with smoke

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Bridgeview FD fire engine

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firefighters battle house fire with smoke

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aftermath of house fire

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firefighter at winter fire scene

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Chicago Ridge FD Engine 6513

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firefighters overhaul after house fire

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Roberts FPD fire trucks at work

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firefighter vents roof in smoke

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firefighters overhaul after house fire

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firefighters overhaul after house fire

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firefighters thaw frozen hydrant

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Bridgeview FD Engine 416

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Roberts Park FPD Truck 31

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Roberts Park Fire Protection District news (more)

A gofundme page has been created to assist the family of Roberts Park FPD Lieutenant Clint Sanders

We take care of our own. Make no mistake about it the Sanders family is our own. Members of our community that have literally made careers out of helping others now need our help. Clint and Sheila Sanders: a firefighter and a nurse- dedicate themselves each day to protecting, serving, helping, healing…things we might take for granted until we need them. You call and they come.They show up prepared for anything; anything except one of them not riding back to the station with them when the call is over. It’s probably your worst day if you need them. December 27, 2017 was their worst day. The day that one of them didn’t get to go home after shift and hug his wife and kids a little tighter because of what he’s seen “just doing his job”. Lt. Clinton Sanders of RPFPD was gravely injured in the line of duty and is being treated in the burn unit of Loyola Medical Center. He has a long road of recovery ahead. His wife Sheila, his son Ryne and his daughter Sophia are staying by his side around the clock along with his fellow firefighters. It is with heavy hearts and minds that we ask for your continued support through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are appreciated but we can do more. We can join together in gathering donations to offset the financial burden this family faces. Even the smallest of contributions can add up to help offset lost wages and allow Lt. Sanders’ wife to remain at his side and do what she does best: nurse him back to health. The fire service family stretches nationwide and every one of us carries this weight with the Sanders family. We live each day knowing that this could happen and praying that it doesn’t. It’s the pride, the commitment, the tradition and knowing that the person standing next to you has your back that keeps you going. We can all stand with Lt. Sanders and his family now to keep them going. Whether you know them personally, are a member of their local community, their church and school community, places of employment; or even if you have always just been quietly grateful for their service we ask that you follow the link for the fund and offer all the support you can.

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Calumet City Fire Department history

this from Wayne Stuart:

The Calumet City Fire Department operated this 1965 American LaFrance pumper. It had a 1000 GPM pump and a 758 Gallon tank. It ran as Engine Company 303 for a number of years.

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1965 American LaFrance pumper

Calumet City Fire Department Engine 303, a 1965 American LaFrance pumper. Wayne Stuart photo

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Northbrook Fire Department news

Excerpts from the Chicagotribune.com:

Northbrook Fire Department Deputy Chief Andrew Carlson will be appointed fire chief at the beginning of next year, officials announced Wednesday.

Carlson will replace Fire Chief Jose Torres, who is retiring at the end of December.The promotion is effective Jan. 1, 2018. He has worked in fire protection for 35 years, 18 of which for the Northbrook Fire Department.

He started in 1999 as a firefighter and paramedic. Over the course of his career he was promoted to lieutenant, captain, battalion chief, and deputy chief.

Torres, who was hired in January of 2015 after a nationwide search, said Thursday that he decided to retire because it is time for him to move on both personally and professionally. He added that his tenure as chief has been productive so he wants to leave on a high note.

thanks Ron

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Garage fire in Robbins, 12-27-17

This from Eric Haak:

I made it down to Robbins for a full still garage fire on 12/27. The garage was a larger 20×40 of brick construction and appeared to have had quite a bit of stuff stored inside. Here are three of the rigs that were on scene. It was a tight fit into a dead end so the images had to be taken a little closer than I would have liked.

Posen FD Engine 2805

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Crestwood FD Truck 2314

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Merrionette Park FD Truck 2662

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Box Alarm fire in Berwyn, 12-26-17 (more)

From Chi-Town Fire Photos:

Berwyn responded to a call for a house fire Tuesday night (12/26/27) @ 3524 s Gunderson. First company arrived and found a 1.5-sty bungalow with a fully involved attic, that had already extended to the exposure to the north. Companies lead out 5 lines in total, and used the aerial pipe to bring the fire under control. I arrived with the first company.  

 
flames blowing out of house attic at night

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flames blowing out of house attic at night

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flames blowing out of house attic at night

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flames blowing out of house attic at night

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flames blowing out of house attic at night

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Seagrave ladder truck at work with big flames

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house engulfed in fire at night

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firefighters attack house fire at night

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Berwyn FD fire engine on a hydrant

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2-11 Alarm fire in Chicago, 12-26-17 (more)

Here are some pictures from the 2-11 @ 6151 s Wolcott

Chicago fire trucks at fire scene

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Chicago firefighters battle winter house fire

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Chicago FD Tower Ladder 39

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Chicago firefighters battle winter house fire

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Chicago FD Engine 116

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Chicago FD Squad 5A

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heavy smoke from winter house fire

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Chicago FD Tower Ladder 39

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firefighters battle winter house fire

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female firefighter covered with ice

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Chicago FD Tower Ladder 39

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Roberts Park Fire Protection District news

From firefighterclosecalls.com:

A firefighter with the Roberts Park Fire Protection District was in critical condition in the burn unit at Loyola University Medical Center following a fire Wednesday in Justice.

A spokeswoman for the hospital confirmed the firefighter is being treated in the intensive care unit there.

Firefighters with the district were reportedly at the scene at about 10:45 a.m. battling fire in Justice.

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Rockford Fire Department news

Excerpts from wrex.com:

The Rockford Fire Department saved Christmas for one family after their home was nearly destroyed by a fire two weeks ago

The Rivas are just one of several families being adopted by the Rockford Fire Department this year.  While firefighters typically deliver gifts to the family’s home, they made a special exception for the Rivas, bringing them to the station for a visit with Santa. 

“We’re out all year long putting out all the fires we see all the devastation it causes families and we would just like to help out when we can other than just showing up and putting the fire out,” said Rockford Firefighter/Paramedic Chad Moe. 

RFD delivered presents to 11 other families throughout the Rockford area.

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2-11 Alarm fire in Chicago, 12-26-17

Video from Steve Redick of the 2-11 Alarm fire at 6151 S. Wolcott 12/26/17

Single digit temps and hoarder conditions. Tower ladder and snorkel operating

 

Excerpts from Fox32chicago.com:

Firefighters responded at 3:23 p.m. for fire in a 1.5-story building in the 6100 block of South Wolcott. It was upgraded to a box alarm at 3:27 p.m. and then a 2-11 about 4 p.m.

The fire originated in the building’s basement and second floor. Crews used six handlines and two elevated master streams to extinguish the flames.

By 5:27 p.m., the fire had been struck out.

A 65-year-old man was taken in serious-to-critical condition with smoke inhalation as well as second- and third-degree burns to his body.

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