This from Dennis McGuire, Jr.:
Robbins Fire Dept. was toned out for the structure fire at approx. 1030 hrs on 9-29-2012 at the corner of Alida Ave and Grace Ave. (Corrected address of 14003 S. Grace Ave.) Engine 2913 pulled up to a find a fire in a 1-sty brick, ordinary constructed home. The home did appear to be vacant. The IC requested a Full Still on Box# 2909 at approx. 1035 hrs. The IC requested an upgrade to a Box Alarm on Box# 2909 at approx. 1042 hrs. This was due to poor water pressure, and heavy fire in the structure. In all two lines were used and no injuries were reported. Crews did have a difficult time with this fire due to all the windows having burglar bars and heavy bushes surrounding the house.List of departments on scene:Calumet ParkFlossmoorPalos HeightsBlue IslandDixmoorAlsipHometownHazel CrestMidlothian
A firefighter cuts off the burglar bars on a window. Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo
Another view of firefighters cutting the burglar bars. Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo
Crews laddered the roof for ventilation while other firefighters hit the fire inside. Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo
Dixmoor Chief 2400 with outside command. Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo
Overview of the foreground. Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo
Relief crews making entry. Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo
#1 by Scott on September 30, 2012 - 8:24 PM
Those burglar bars are easier once you’ve attended the “Brotherhood Instructors” Forcible entry class! LOL
Nice work men, bars are tough, but got it done.