Bradley, IL – A Bradley family was displaced Sunday night after a fire tore through the basement of a single-story home, causing significant damage but no reported injuries.
According to the Bradley Fire Department, crews were dispatched Sunday, December 28, 2025, to the 100 block of South Center Avenue for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire conditions in the basement of the residence.
Officials said initial crews worked quickly to control the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to the rest of the home. Firefighters faced challenges due to weather conditions and a large amount of contents inside the residence, which complicated suppression efforts.
After an extended fire attack, and with assistance from multiple auto-aid and mutual-aid departments, crews were able to extinguish the fire and bring the scene under control. All occupants were able to evacuate safely, and no injuries were reported among residents or first responders.
Despite the successful rescue efforts, the fire caused extensive damage to the home, leaving the family displaced as a result of the incident.
The Bradley Fire Department thanked several assisting agencies for their support, including the Bourbonnais Fire Protection District, Kankakee Fire Department, Manteno Fire Protection District, Aroma Fire Protection District, Braidwood Fire Department, Limestone Fire Protection District, Momence Fire Protection District, and Grant Park Fire Protection District.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Residents living nearby are encouraged to ensure working smoke detectors are installed and to review fire safety plans, especially during winter months when residential fire risks increase.
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