Chicago 2-11 Alarm fire 5-2-11

Chicago Engine 99 was called to what was initially believed to be a trash fire in the rear of 3401 S. Lawndale Avenue, a location known for having guard dogs. Upon arrival, firefighters quickly realized the situation was more serious than expected. The fire was inside the building, prompting Engine 99 to request a full working fire response. Shortly after, the alarm was upgraded to a Box Alarm, indicating a more severe incident. Thick black smoke poured from the building, visible for several blocks away. Deputy District 4 (2-2-4) reported fire through the roof upon his arrival and escalated the alarm to a 2-11, signaling a significant fire. The structure was an industrial brick building with a steel deck roof, making it challenging for firefighters to control the blaze. Firefighters used elevated master streams from Snorkel 1, Tower 5, and Tower 54, along with multiple 2Â½-inch hand lines, to combat the fire. As crews worked to gain access, they cut through the overhead doors to reach the source of the flames. Gordon J. Nord, Jr., who was nearby, noticed the smoke from a distance and arrived as emergency crews were actively working on the scene. He captured several images documenting the progression of the fire and the efforts of the firefighters.

Chicago 2-11 alarm fire 3401 S Lawndale 5-2-11

Fire from the roof and thick black smoke from inside the building are visible as firefighters cut into a steel overhead door to gain access. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Firefighters direct a hand line into the building upon getting access to the fire. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Engine 99 puts their deck gun into operation as fire burns through the roof. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

The deck gun from Engine 99 puts water on the roof as master streams from Squad 1, Tower Ladder 5, and Tower Ladder 54 prepare to go to work as well. Gordon J. Nord, Jr.

A heavy volume of fire burns inside the building and through the roof. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Two tower ladders and Squad 1's Snorkel were working in addition to the deck gun from Engine 99 and several hand lines. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Gordon has a complete gallery which can be viewed HERE. His photos offer a powerful visual account of the intense firefighting efforts and the scale of the fire at 3401 S. Lawndale Avenue.

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