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On Thursday, February 9, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Evanston Fire Department responded to multiple reports of a fire in a multi-residential structure in the 900 block of Judson Ave.

First-responding companies encountered heavy fire on the third floor of the three-story courtyard complex and immediately called for additional resources to contain the threat. Based on advanced fire conditions and significant potential for fire spread, the alarm was upgraded to a third alarm within the first 12 minutes of being on the scene. Neighboring fire departments were called to assist with extinguishment and investigation, plus to respond to other emergency calls in Evanston. The fire was brought under control within the first hour of the incident. 

Residents were able to exit the building safely upon arrival of fire crews, and no civilian injuries have been reported. During search and rescue efforts, two cats were found deceased within the fire unit. American Red Cross was notified to assist 13 displaced residents, offering mass care and shelter services. No firefighter injuries were reported.

The 900 block of Judson Ave. will remain closed until fire vehicles are finished with their investigation.

Insurance dramatically improves the ability of individuals affected by disasters to recover quickly. Fortunately, all residents affected by this incident had renter’s insurance. Community members are encouraged to check their insurance to ensure their coverage is up to date and covers the replacement cost of their belongings.

Pictures from the 3rd Alarm of Fire in the 900 block of Judson this morning. Great truck work from Evanston Truck Co. 22 and quick water on the fire from Engine Co. 24 helped save this building along with quick response times and properly staffed apparatus. Thank you to our neighboring fire departments that helped us save this building. These are pictures taken on first arrival in the rear of the building and venting of the roof in the early stages of the fire.
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Firefighters in Evanston, IL battled a 3-Alarm fire in a three-story house at 2865 Sheridan Place 1/4/18.

huge house destroyed by fire in Evanston IL

Larry Shapiro photo

huge house destroyed by fire in Evanston IL

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Pierce Arrow XT TDA at work

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huge house destroyed by fire in Evanston IL

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firefighters work together to move LDH

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firefighters pickup hose after a fire

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Evanston FD Shift Commander Bill Muno

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325 Sherman Avenue in Evanston, IL (10/10/16). Pretty much done when I finally got in there. Looked like a good inside truck work job. Note the images of the Skokie tower … this is soon to be replaced by a new rig. The last image is a panorama.

All the images can be seen here

Steve Redick

firefighters at fire scene

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fire truck at fire scene

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Skokie FD Tower 16

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firefighters at fire scene

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fire hose attached to fire engine

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Skokie FD Tower 16

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2-Alarm house fire in Evanston 3/20/15 (click the link for a video file from Jim McCall)

 

house fire with flames through the roof

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house fire with flames through the roof

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house fire with flames through the roof

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heavy smoke from house fire

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fireman slhouteed on ladder

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heavy smoke from house fire

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heavy smoke from house fire

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house gutted by fire

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Images from Tim Olk of a 3-Alarm fire (1/9/15) in Evanston, IL at 2519 Harrison. There were workers in the house at the time of the fire. Several hours into the fire, a Mayday Alert was issued for an Evanston firefighter. He was recovered quickly and transported to the hospital.

fireman on aerial ladder with heavy smoke and fire

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fireman on aerial ladder with heavy smoke

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fire chiefs at house fire

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firemen on aerial ladder with heavy smoke and fire

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fireman on aerial ladder with heavy smoke and fire

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fireman on aerial ladder with heavy smoke

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fireman on aerial ladder with heavy smoke

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firemen overhaul house after fire

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firemen overhaul house after fire

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firemen overhaul house after fire

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EMS attends to injured firefighter

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EMS attends to injured firefighter

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