From Chicago Fire Media on Twitter:

2-11/EMS Plan 1 at 4320 N Cicero. Now a 2-11. A 3-story occupied building with a civilian in critical condition. All companies are on scene working the fire.

fatal fire in a 3-story courtyard building in Chicago

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Excerpts from ChicagoTribune.com:

A man has died after an extra-alarm fire that broke out early Saturday morning around 8:45 a.m. on the upper level of a large 3-story brick apartment complex located at 4820 West Hutchinson Street. Initially, the fire was reported at 4320 N. Cicero Ave., where multiple 911 calls were received. The blaze quickly escalated to an extra-alarm and involved several fire companies. One man was inside the apartment when the fire started, suffered serious injuries, and was later pronounced dead at Community First Medical Center.

This from Eric Haak:

Chicago fatal 2-11 apartment fire: At approximately 8:50 a.m. this morning, the Main Fire Alarm Office dispatched a working fire response followed by a Still & Box Alarm to Hutchinson and Cicero. The fire originated in a third-floor apartment within a 3-story U-shaped courtyard building. It spread into the cockloft and was elevated to a 2-11. Shortly after, the fire was brought under control. Tragically, there was a fatality in this incident.

smoke from courtyard building

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Chicago FD Engine 69

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Chicago FD Engine 108

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Chicago FD Battalion 9 Chief Frank Cambria

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Firefighter covered with insulation after overhauling a fire

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The incident is still under investigation, and local authorities are working to determine the cause of the fire. Residents in the area have been advised to remain cautious as crews continue to monitor the scene. This tragic event highlights the risks faced by firefighters and the importance of quick response times in such emergencies.

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