The Chicago Tribune recently published a report on a serious fire that broke out on the far south side of Chicago, resulting in eight injuries, including two firefighters and a police officer. The incident occurred at a home in the 11600 block of South Michigan Avenue in the West Pullman neighborhood.
A man was standing on his front porch when he suddenly realized his house was on fire after neighbors started shouting warnings. The fire caused chaos as people rushed to safety. According to Police News Affairs Officer Hector Alfaro, two boys—aged 15 and 8—were seen in an upstairs window. Officers shouted for them to break the glass and jump into their arms. Neighbors also helped guide the children toward a side window, where they were eventually caught by the officers. One officer suffered a minor injury while helping to catch one of the boys.
As the situation unfolded, a group of neighbors and officers tried to go upstairs to rescue a man who was trapped inside, but thick smoke blocked their path. Firefighters arrived shortly after and found a police officer attempting to force her way into the building to reach those still inside. With reports of people trapped and others fleeing, emergency medical services were quickly dispatched, with at least six ambulances arriving on the scene.
Firefighters made a swift entry into the home, where heavy smoke and flames were present. A firefighter attempting to reach the second floor was pushed back by intense heat and fell down the stairs. Despite the danger, the trapped man was eventually rescued from the rear of the second floor.
The man was taken to Advocate Trinity Hospital in serious-to-critical condition. Four other individuals were transported to Roseland Community Hospital in good-to-fair condition. Two firefighters, including the one who fell, were also taken to hospitals, though their injuries were not life-threatening. The injured police officer was sent to Metro South Medical Center in Blue Island in stable condition.
This incident highlights the bravery of first responders and the critical role of community support during emergencies. Thanks to Dan for sharing the details.
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