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Hoffman Estates house fire, 2-5-14
The Chicago Tribune recently published an article detailing a serious house fire that occurred on Wednesday in Hoffman Estates. According to authorities, no one was injured when a single-family home on the 1000 block of Basswood Street caught fire in the afternoon. Fire Chief Jeff Jorian reported that police arrived just before 2 p.m. and found the house already fully engulfed in flames. Three adults were inside at the time, including a person with a disability who uses a wheelchair. All of them managed to escape safely.
Jorian explained that the fire appeared to have started in the garage before spreading to the ranch-style home. A nearby apartment resident called 911 after noticing the smoke. The blaze left the home completely uninhabitable and caused some damage to a neighboring house to the south. "There was a lot of smoke very quickly," Jorian said. "The fire damaged at least half the house, but the smoke damage was even more extensive."
Interestingly, Schaumburg firefighters were the first to arrive on the scene due to initial confusion about the exact location of the fire. The person who called 911 lives in a Schaumburg apartment complex. Jorian noted that this is the third fire in the area over the past few years, though he insisted it was purely coincidental.
This incident serves as a reminder of how quickly a fire can spread and the importance of early detection and quick emergency response. Residents in the neighborhood are likely to be on high alert following this event, especially given the recent history of fires in the area. Local officials may also consider reviewing fire safety measures or community awareness programs to prevent future incidents.
The photo accompanying the article shows the aftermath of the fire, with visible signs of destruction and smoke damage. It’s a sobering image that highlights the power of fire and the resilience of those affected. As the investigation continues, more details about the cause of the fire may come to light. For now, the focus remains on helping the homeowners and ensuring the safety of the entire community.