Here's a message from Eric Haak:

The first image shows Engine 48’s station on the far right, with a large 5-11 fire burning just across the elevated tracks. The second photo is a close-up of what I believe to be the very first Snorkel basket that Bill Post mentioned a few weeks ago. This fire was classified as a 3-11 alarm on November 2, 1959, at 1109 W. 63rd Street. It's a rare photograph capturing the early use of the Snorkel basket in action during a fire.

vintage Chicago 5-11 Alarm fire scene

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

classic Chicago FD Snorkel photo

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 images are not only visually striking but also historically significant. They offer a glimpse into the firefighting techniques and equipment used in the late 1950s, particularly the early deployment of the Snorkel apparatus. The 5-11 and 3-11 alarms refer to specific levels of fire severity, with 5-11 being one of the highest classifications. It's fascinating to see how the fire department responded to such large-scale incidents with the tools available at the time. These photos are a valuable addition to any historical archive of Chicago's fire department.

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