BLUE ISLAND, Ill. – Two firefighters and three other people were injured after a large house fire broke out early Tuesday morning in Blue Island.
The fire erupted at a home near Fountain Hills Golf Club and drew a large response from firefighters, who spent several hours battling the blaze.
Video from the scene showed heavy smoke pouring from the house as flames tore through the structure. By midmorning, much of the roof had collapsed, and debris was scattered throughout the backyard.
Blue Island fire officials said the information remains preliminary as investigators continue to assess the scene and determine the cause of the fire.
Authorities initially believed the home may have been vacant. However, firefighters discovered vehicles in the driveway and learned people were inside the residence when the fire broke out.
The extent of the injuries suffered by the two firefighters and three civilians was not immediately available. Officials have also not released information on how many people lived in the home or whether any residents were displaced.
As crews wrapped up firefighting operations, investigators prepared to begin examining the property to determine how the fire started.
Blue Island house fire: 2 firefighters, 3 residents injured in blaze | FOX 32 Chicago
