Flames erupted Thursday at a house in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood, sending firefighters racing to the 1800 block of North Cleveland Avenue and pushing them onto the roof as smoke drifted over nearby buildings. Neighbors clustered along the sidewalk while ladder trucks and engine companies packed the street, and a plume of smoke could be seen from blocks away. Officials had not immediately released any information on possible injuries or what sparked the fire.
Video shows crews on North Cleveland
Video from CBS News Chicago shows firefighters working from the roof and upper-floor windows of the house as it burns on North Cleveland Avenue. Multiple ladder trucks and crews are visible in the clip, moving into position and attacking the flames while onlookers record the scene from across the street.
What we know so far
Beyond what is visible in the video, confirmed details remain sparse. The location on the 1800 block of North Cleveland, the rooftop operations, and the heavy engine response are documented in the footage. At this early stage, officials have not publicly released a cause for the fire or any information about possible casualties.
Where coverage stands
The CBS video is currently the main on-the-ground look at the incident and identifies the site as the 1800 block of North Cleveland Avenue, according to CBS News Chicago. Additional details from fire officials or the city will be needed to clarify whether anyone was hurt, how extensive the damage is, and what caused the blaze.
