A significant fire erupted this morning at 6730 South Shore Drive, resulting in two fatalities and one serious injury. An additional EMS response was necessary, as reported by the Chicago Tribune. Here's a summary of what happened:
According to Fire Department spokesperson Larry Langford, the fire broke out around 8:40 a.m., quickly escalating into a 3-11 alarm situation, which called for more than ten ambulances. Two men, one in his 30s and the other in his 40s, were discovered on the seventh floor, both suffering from full cardiac arrest due to smoke inhalation. One was pronounced dead at the University of Chicago Medical Center, while the other succumbed later at Jackson Park Hospital.
The female victim, who was found in the lobby in cardiac arrest, was successfully revived by paramedics and transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center for further treatment. A firefighter sustained minor injuries during the operation.
Langford mentioned that the fire likely originated in an apartment bedroom on the seventh floor, spreading to the eighth floor. By 9:25 a.m., the fire was brought under control. Despite the severity of the situation, the fire department decided against evacuating the building, advising residents to remain inside for safety. Firefighters conducted thorough door-to-door checks to ensure everyone was accounted for.
The intense firefighting efforts left the area around the building covered in ice from water used by hoses and hydrants. Emergency vehicles, including dozens of fire trucks, ambulances, and police cars, lined South Shore Drive.
For a comprehensive view of the incident, including a video, you can access the full article [here]. Several photos are available [here], and an additional related article can be found [here].
As the community grapples with this tragedy, local authorities are urging neighbors to support each other during this difficult time. If anyone has any information or witnessed anything unusual earlier this morning, they are encouraged to contact the authorities.
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