An Evanston residence was ravaged by a blaze on Monday evening, leaving one person with critical injuries, as per officials. The fire reportedly began on the second floor of a historic 5-bedroom home, located at 2623 Harrison St. CBS News Chicago reports that the Evanston Fire Department received the call around 6 p.m. and arrived to find heavy smoke and flames billowing from the building as residents were fleeing the premises.
Firefighters conducted a rescue operation amid the perilous conditions, successfully extracting one person from the second floor who had succumbed to severe burns. This person was subsequently transported to a local hospital in critical condition, the City of Evanston said. Additionally, two residents have been displaced due to the fire's extensive damage to the home, and the American Red Cross was contacted for their aid, according to CBS News Chicago.
In response to this emergency, the American Red Cross was quick to provide support for the affected individuals, offering shelter and various support services. Those in need of assistance or more information have been urged to either call or text 847-448-4311. Residents may also use the local 3-1-1 service for further help, as noted by ABC 7 Chicago.
