Aurora, IL – Fire crews in Aurora responded to a major house fire on Crestwood Drive Monday night, successfully containing the blaze within minutes and preventing further spread.
According to the Aurora Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched at approximately 7:35 p.m. to a single-family home in the 1400 block of Crestwood Drive following multiple 9-1-1 calls describing a working structure fire. The situation was immediately upgraded to a second alarm, summoning five engine companies, two truck companies, two medic units, and three chief officers, for a total of 29 personnel.
Officials say the first arriving crews encountered fire showing from the front corner of the home. The lone occupant had escaped prior to their arrival and confirmed no one else was inside. Firefighters launched an aggressive interior attack and simultaneously searched for any additional victims. Support teams established a water supply, deployed a backup hose line, and handled ventilation and salvage operations. According to authorities, the fire was brought under control within 22 minutes and fully extinguished after 31 minutes.
One firefighter allegedly suffered a shoulder injury while removing a window and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. He was later released. No civilian injuries were reported, but the home was deemed uninhabitable. Victim Services and a board-up company are assisting the displaced resident, who is staying with family. ComEd and Nicor responded to secure the utilities.
Aurora Fire Chief David McCabe noted, “This incident shows how quickly a small fire can escalate, but our crews worked efficiently to stop it from spreading further. We’re thankful there were no serious injuries and that the resident was able to get out safely.”
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by Aurora Fire Department investigators.
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