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.

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

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

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

The house sustained extensive damage after the fire was knocked down. John Tulipano photo.

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

Glen Ellyn Engine 27 was at the head of the driveway. Tim Olk photo

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

Several area chief officers work at the command post. Tim Olk photo

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

Firefighters deploy a hand line in the rear yard where the house had three floors. Tim Olk photo

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

Another view from the rear shows the difficulty with getting resources to attack the fire. Tim Olk photo

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

Firefighters inspect the interior from one of the many roof elevations of the house. TIm Olk photo

Glen Ellyn Fire Department 3rd Alarm house fire 3-27-12

A firefighter overhauls the eaves from a ladder on a second floor balcony. Tim Olk photo

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