Chicago FD LODD Firefighter Dan Capuano, 12-14-15
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In the early hours of December 14th, 2015, Chicago firefighters responded to an urgent call regarding a fire at an industrial building located in the 9200 block of South Baltimore Avenue. The incident occurred overnight, prompting immediate action from emergency services. A Mayday alert was swiftly issued, along with a Still & Box Alarm and EMS Plan I, when it became clear that a firefighter had fallen through a hole in the floor while attempting to combat the blaze.
According to excerpts from ABC7Chicago.com, the fire broke out in a three-story structure currently under construction. The building's interior presented significant hazards, including multiple openings in the floors. As firefighters worked to extinguish the flames on the second floor, tragedy struck when one of their own slipped through an opening that turned out to be an unsecured elevator shaft, plummeting all the way down to the basement.
The situation escalated rapidly. First responders, specifically paramedics, arrived on the scene and administered life-saving measures, performing CPR before rushing the critically injured firefighter to Advocate Christ Medical Center. Unfortunately, despite these efforts, the firefighter succumbed to his injuries.
Chicago Fire Commissioner Jose Santiago later confirmed that the fallen firefighter hailed from Tower Ladder 34. He had been conducting a search operation on the second floor when the accident occurred. Fire department personnel quickly gained access to the basement and transported the firefighter via Ambulance 22 to Christ Hospital. Tragically, the firefighter did not survive.
Further details emerged from theChicagotribune.com, identifying the fallen firefighter as Dan Capuano, a 42-year-old with 15 years of service under his belt. Capuano left behind a wife and three children. Reports indicate that the fire broke out approximately 20 minutes after emergency services were dispatched to the vacant warehouse near 92nd and Baltimore at around 2:40 a.m.
Following the incident, officials emphasized the importance of safety inspections. The Chicago Building Department was dispatched to the scene to assess the structural integrity of the building, ensuring that no further risks remained.
This tragic event underscores the immense courage and dedication of Chicago’s firefighters, who put their lives on the line daily to protect others. Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Dan Capuano during this difficult time.