Here's a message from Eric Haak:
The first photo shows Engine 48’s station on the far right, with a major 5-11 fire burning just across the elevated tracks. The second image is a close-up of what I believe is the very first Snorkel basket that Bill Post mentioned a few weeks ago. This fire was a 3-11 alarm on November 2, 1959, at 1109 W. 63rd Street. It’s quite rare to see an early Snorkel in action, especially in such a dramatic setting.
Vintage Chicago fire photo showing Engine 48’s house on the far right side with a massive 5-11 fire burning just on the opposite side of the elevated tracks. Eric Haak collection, photographer unknown
Chicago firefighters in the basket of the first Snorkel operating during a 3-11 Alarm fire on November 2, 1959, at 1109 W. 63rd Street. Eric Haak collection, photographer unknown
These photos are not only visually striking but also historically significant. They capture a moment in Chicago’s firefighting history when the city was still using some of its earliest aerial ladder trucks, like the Snorkel. It’s fascinating to see how the technology has evolved over the years, yet the bravery and dedication of the firefighters remain the same. These images offer a glimpse into a bygone era and remind us of the challenges faced by those who served before us.
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