This morning, a fire broke out at 9401 Muskegan on Chicago's south side, starting as a basement fire that quickly spread upward through two floors. Eventually, it compromised an upper stairway, causing it to collapse and injuring four Chicago firefighters. The incident occurred around 8:43 AM, with over 200 firefighters responding to the scene.
The images show the extent of the damage, with one photo highlighting the collapsed stairway where the firefighters were injured. Another image captures the intensity of the blaze spreading from the ground floor to the upper levels. According to CFD Media on Twitter, the situation escalated rapidly, prompting an emergency response.
Chicago Tribune reports that the firefighters were on a stairwell connecting the second and third floors when the collapse happened. Deputy District Chief Lynda Turner mentioned that the "Mayday" distress call was issued around 9 AM. Fortunately, none of the firefighters suffered any broken bones, though at least two experienced minor smoke inhalation, and two others sustained minor injuries. They were all transported to Trinity Hospital in stable condition.
The fire department’s Commander Sean Flynn noted that the injuries were not severe, but the event underscores the dangers faced by first responders daily. As I write this, crews continue to work on containing the flames and securing the area. It’s a stark reminder of the risks these brave individuals take to protect our communities.
While details are still coming in, it’s clear that this was a harrowing experience for everyone involved. Updates will follow as more information becomes available.
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