The Wheeling Fire Department responded to a reported dryer fire this morning at 226 S. Fletcher Drive. Upon arrival, units noticed light smoke coming from the structure. As they assessed the situation, they discovered active flames inside the home. Battalion Chief 24 escalated the alarm to a Code 4, calling for assistance from Buffalo Grove (Tower 25), Arlington Heights (Engine 4), and Long Grove (Ambulance 55).
As the first engine company prepared to make entry into the 50x25 ranch-style house, a flashover occurred. Despite the sudden intensity, firefighters quickly extinguished the main fire and worked to cool down hot spots and perform overhaul. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident.
Larry Shapiro, a local photographer, arrived on scene behind the initial response and captured several powerful images and video of the event. Below are some of his photos, showing the challenging conditions and intense firefighting efforts.
[Image: Wheeling firefighters prepare to make entry into a house at 226 S. Fletcher Drive. Larry Shapiro photo]
[Image: Firefighters had to navigate through the remnants of 20" of standing snow on the ground from the blizzard that hit the Chicago area last week. Larry Shapiro photo]
[Image: A flashover occurred as firefighters prepared to take a line through the front door of the house. Larry Shapiro photo]
[Image: The house was virtually obscured for a short time by thick black smoke before water was put on the fire. Larry Shapiro photo]
[Image: Heavy fire was venting out of the living room window as the first line went through the door. Larry Shapiro photo]
According to Battalion Chief Dave Palmeri, the heat from the fire caused most of the house to "auto-ignite" within five to seven minutes before crews arrived. Firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control in just 10 minutes.
For more details, check out the full article in The Daily Herald HERE.
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