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Still & Box Alarm fire in Chicago, 5-7-16
This is from Eric Haak:
Hey everyone,
I just wanted to share some photos and details about an interesting call I responded to this morning. It was a still and box alarm that went out at around 5:00 AM on May 7th at the intersection of 59th and Carpenter Streets. When I got there, it was clear that the fire had already been burning for a while. The building was marked with a red X, indicating that it had been previously damaged by fire or structural issues. From what I could see, the flames seemed to have originated from the rear porches, which were completely engulfed by the time I arrived.
The fire department quickly went into defensive mode, which made sense given the condition of the building. It’s always tough when you see a structure like that, but safety has to come first. I snapped a few shots while I was there, so I thought I’d share them below.
[First Photo: Chicago FD Engine 116 at the scene]
This shows Engine 116 parked outside. You can really see how intense the fire was—there's smoke everywhere, and the firefighters are working hard to get control of the situation.
[Second Photo: Fire in a Red-X Building]
This image gives a better view of the building itself. As I mentioned earlier, the fire seemed to start at the rear porches, and you can see just how much damage was done before crews even arrived.
[Third Photo: Another Angle of the Fire]
Here’s another angle of the same fire. It’s amazing how quickly these situations can escalate, especially in older buildings like this one.
[Fourth Photo: Chicago FD Squad 5]
In this shot, you can see Squad 5 parked nearby. They were part of the initial response team, and they were doing their best to support the other units.
[Fifth Photo: E-ONE Tower Ladder in Action]
This photo captures the E-ONE tower ladder in action. It’s incredible to watch these machines in operation—it really highlights the skill and coordination required to manage such large-scale fires.
[Sixth Photo: Chicago FD Squad 5 Again]
Another shot of Squad 5, this time from a slightly different perspective. These guys were definitely busy trying to keep things under control.
[Seventh Photo: Battalion 19 Chief]
Here’s a picture of the Battalion 19 chief overseeing the operation. You can tell he’s focused and determined to ensure everything goes smoothly.
[Eighth Photo: Final View of the Fire]
Finally, here’s one last look at the fire. Even after all the efforts of the firefighters, the aftermath is always sobering.
It’s always a humbling experience to witness these events firsthand. Safety is always the top priority, and I’m grateful for the dedication of our firefighters who put themselves in harm’s way every day. If anyone has any questions or comments about the photos, feel free to reach out!
Take care,
Eric