Yesterday afternoon in Country Club Hills, a house fire broke out on the chilly evening at 4440 W. 183rd Street. The temperature had plummeted to -20 degrees Fahrenheit with the wind chill factor making it feel even colder. Karl Klotz, a local photographer, was among the first to arrive on the scene, beating Dennis McGuire, Jr., who later shared his photos elsewhere.
Karl captured several powerful images of the incident, providing a comprehensive view of how the firefighters tackled the blaze. His full gallery of photographs is available for viewing HERE.
One of the first responders to arrive was Country Club Hills Engine 1120, which quickly took charge of the suppression efforts. As you can see in Karl’s photo titled "CCH_02-KK," the vehicle was already in position, ready to pump water onto the flames.
Inside the home, the fire raged fiercely, requiring significant efforts from the firefighters to extinguish it completely. Once the primary fire was under control, crews moved outside to perform overhaul work. This process involved carefully checking every nook and cranny for any remaining embers or hidden fire. In the image "CCH_10-KK," you can see firefighters meticulously examining the exterior of the structure, ensuring no hotspots remain.
The severity of the fire necessitated additional resources. Hazel Crest’s Truck 1220, a state-of-the-art Pierce Lance 105’ quint, was stationed right in front of the house, adding extra support to the operation. Meanwhile, Country Club Hills Engine 1130, another impressive Pierce Lance model, brought reinforcements to bolster the firefighting team.
Despite the intense nature of the fire, thankfully, there were no reported injuries. Even so, Oak Forest Ambulance 162, a dependable 2004 Ford/Road Rescue unit, was present on standby just in case.
As the firefighting efforts continued, some firefighters took a brief moment to regroup. One can be seen waiting for further instructions in the photograph "CCH_63-KK." The entire operation required coordinated efforts from multiple units, as seen in "CCH_78-KK," where Homewood’s squad, another Country Club Hills engine, an Oak Forest engine, the Country Club Hills tower, and the Hazel Crest truck all lined up along 183rd Street.
This incident underscores the dedication and professionalism of our local firefighters, especially in such extreme weather conditions. Karl Klotz’s photos beautifully capture the intensity and teamwork displayed during this challenging situation.
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