From Karl Klotz:
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**September 4, 2014**
There was a working fire on 174th Street in Tinley Park today. Engine Company 203 was the first unit to arrive on scene, reporting an active fire at a single-family residence. The fire had already spread from the first floor to the second floor when they arrived.
Here’s what happened next:
- **First Arriving Units:**
Engine 203 was first on scene, followed by Engine 201, Truck 204, Battalion Chief 201, along with support from Orland Truck 7 and Mokena Engine 93.
- **Initial Conditions:**
When Engine 203 arrived, heavy smoke was already visible. The primary focus was on containing the fire and preventing it from spreading further.
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I managed to take some photos while crews were working. Here's what I observed:
1. **Arrival Scene:** Heavy smoke engulfed the house upon arrival. It was clear that the fire had been burning for some time before crews got there. [Photo: "Heavy smoke engulfs house."]
2. **Interior Attack:** Crews quickly made their way inside with a second line to tackle the fire directly. They were moving fast to ensure the blaze didn’t escalate further. [Photo: "Firemen entering house with hose line and heavy smoke."]
3. **Truck Company Support:** Tinley Park Truck 204 was the first ladder truck on scene. They immediately began assessing the situation from above. [Photo: "Thick smoke engulfs firemen and fire truck."]
4. **Ventilation Efforts:** Orland’s truck company took action by cutting into the roof to ventilate the building, allowing trapped heat and smoke to escape. [Photo: "Firemen cut roof to ventilate fire."]
5. **Frontline Action:** Frontal efforts were intense as firefighters worked to extinguish flames coming out of the second-floor windows. [Photo: "Firemen enter house through thick smoke."]
6. **Roof Operations:** As the fire continued to rage, firefighters were seen battling flames from the roof, using every resource available to control the situation. [Photo: "Fireman on roof with flames."]
7. **Garage Door Breach:** Mokena Engine 93 also played a critical role by breaching the garage door with a saw to access potential fire sources inside. [Photo: "Fireman cuts garage door with saw."]
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This fire required a coordinated effort from multiple departments, and it was impressive to see how everyone worked together under pressure. It’s always a reminder of the dedication and skill these firefighters bring to their jobs every day.
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*Note: All images were taken by Karl Klotz.*
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