This fire happened in the early hours of Monday on the 2900 block of Irving Park Road in Chicago. It was a large commercial building featuring a bowstring truss in the rear and a flat roof in the front. I arrived just as the flames were breaking through the roof. …
From edgarcountywatchdogs.com:
We ended our last article on the Tri-State Fire Protection District with this statement: "Stay tuned for some pretty amazing exposure yet to come!" (Click here for previous article)
I think "amazing" is an understatement. Mr…
From edgarcountywatchdogs.com:
We ended our last article on the Tri-State Fire Protection District with this statement: "Stay tuned for some pretty amazing exposure yet to come!" (Click here for previous article)
I think "amazing" is an understatement…
Ex-Deerfield-Brannockburn Crown Firecoach Snorkel for sale in Virginia.This 1967 Crown Snorkel F-1535 has a rich history. It was originally owned by Deerfield-Brannockburn, then sold to Black River Falls, WI in 1984, and later moved to Chilhowie, VA in 1997. It also …
Ex-Deerfield-Brannockburn Crown Firecoach Snorkel is now for sale in Virginia.This 1967 Crown Snorkel F-1535 has a long and interesting history. It was originally owned by Deerfield-Brannockburn, then sold to Black River Falls, WI in 1984. Later, it moved to Chilhowi…
Another Look at the History of the Evanston Fire Department
Following the devastating Lincoln Avenue schoolhouse fire in March 1894, the City of Evanston took significant steps to improve its emergency response system. At a cost of $4,000, a Gamewell Fire Alarm Teleg…
The Evolution of the Evanston Fire Department: A Historical Perspective
Following the devastating Lincoln Avenue schoolhouse fire in March 1894, the city of Evanston took significant steps to improve its emergency response capabilities. At a cost of $4,000, a Gamewel…
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This week, I’m sharing some historic photos from a 5-11 alarm fire that took place on January 28, 1965. The location was an abandoned grain mill at 2203–09 South Lumber Street. For those familiar with the area, this site is n…