Box Alarm fire in Mundelein, 9-2-20
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Late Wednesday afternoon, emergency responders from Mundelein were called to a commercial building fire located at 839 S. Lake Street. Upon arrival, crews observed light smoke coming from the roof of a strip mall, with haze present inside a restaurant. The decision was made to evacuate the building as the fire quickly intensified. The initial alarm was escalated to a Box Alarm, prompting additional resources from neighboring departments to assist.
Firefighters worked diligently to contain the flames, but unfortunately, the fire spread rapidly, burning through the roof and the front overhang, which ultimately collapsed. Despite the intense efforts, the blaze affected one unit, causing significant damage to an adjacent restaurant. At one point, a ladder pipe was deployed as part of the firefighting strategy after units were withdrawn from the structure due to safety concerns.
The responding agencies included Mundelein, Countryside, Deerfield-Bannockburn, Lincolnshire-Riverwoods, Libertyville, Wauconda, Lake Forest, Buffalo Grove, Long Grove, Arlington Heights, and Lake Zurich. Their combined efforts helped prevent further escalation and ensured the safety of those in the vicinity.
Attached are several images captured by DBFD, providing a visual account of the incident. The photos showcase the extent of the damage and the impressive coordination between various departments to bring the situation under control.
This event serves as a reminder of the critical role played by our local fire services and their ability to respond swiftly in emergencies. Our thoughts go out to those impacted by this fire, and we thank the firefighters for their bravery and dedication.