Box Alarm fire in Park Ridge, 5-25-21

On Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in the late afternoon, firefighters from Park Ridge responded to a severe car fire that broke out in a carport adjacent to a home located at 2023 Milton Avenue. Upon arrival, crews encountered heavy flames that had already spread to the structure of the house. High winds at the scene posed a significant risk of the fire spreading to neighboring homes, prompting the incident to be upgraded to a MABAS Box Alarm. Multiple fire departments were dispatched to the scene, including all on-duty units from Park Ridge, along with additional support from Niles and Des Plaines. Engine companies involved included Schiller Park Engine 5, Wheeling Engine 42, Northfield Squad 29, Des Plaines Squad 63, and Morton Grove Squad 4. Ambulance units on site were North Maine Ambulance 1, Niles Ambulance 2, and Des Plaines Ambulance 62. Chief officers from North Maine Battalion 1, Des Plaines Battalion 61, Morton Grove Battalion 4, Schiller Park Battalion 5, and Niles Battalion 2 were also present. Local resident Steve Redick shared a video of the incident, capturing the intensity of the flames and the efforts of emergency responders. A photo by Larry Shapiro, taken during the event, shows the damage caused by the fire. Additional images are available in a gallery, offering a visual record of the situation as it unfolded. The fire was eventually brought under control, and no injuries were reported. Residents in the area were advised to remain cautious due to the potential for smoke and residual heat. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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