Box Alarm fire in Mundelein, 9-2-20
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On Wednesday afternoon, Mundelein firefighters responded to a commercial building fire at 839 S. Lake Street. Upon arrival, the first units observed light smoke coming from the roof of a strip mall, with a small fire detected in a restaurant area. The building was quickly evacuated as the flame…

Box Alarm fire in Mundelein, 9-2-20
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Mundelein firefighters responded to a commercial building fire on Wednesday afternoon at 839 S. Lake Street. Upon arrival, the first units found light smoke coming from the roof of a strip mall, with a small fire reported in a restaurant located within the building. The structure was quickly…

As seen around … Alsip (more)
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Photos taken by Larry Shapiro from the MABAS 19 & 22 Hazardous Materials Unit 6937, currently stored in Alsip. These images offer a glimpse into the equipment and vehicles used by the team during emergency response operations.

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As seen around … Alsip (more)
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Photos taken by Larry Shapiro from the MABAS 19 & 22 HazMat Unit 6937, stored in Alsip. These images offer a glimpse into the equipment and vehicles used by the hazardous materials team.

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When a Minor Car Accident Results in Damage, What’s Affected?
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Not all minor collisions result in just a few scratches. When you glance at your dented bumper, it might seem like no big deal—just a little scuff, nothing to worry about. But what if that small impact hides bigger problems?

Even a low-speed crash, like one at five miles per h…

When a Minor Car Accident Results in Damage, What’s Affected?
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Not every small collision leads to just a few scratches. When you glance at your dented bumper and think, “It’s not that bad—just a little surface damage,” you might be overlooking something serious. But even a low-speed crash, like a five-mile-per-hour impact, can gen…

Bicycle car rack safety tips
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If you're the type of cyclist who transports your prized bike on the roof of your car, you're likely always a little nervous—afraid of the day you forget it's up there and end up in a situation where your car and bike can't both fit. Unfortunately, in that scenario, your bike is almost a…

How Often Does Your Vehicle Need Brake Maintenance?
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When you hear a whistling or screeching noise coming from your car's brakes, it's a clear signal that your brake pads are worn down and could be compromising your safety on the road. This wear can also impact other components like the calipers, rotors, and even the brake lines. So, what should …

Bicycle car rack safety tips
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If you're the type of cyclist who carries your prized bike on top of your car, you probably live in constant fear of one thing: forgetting it's there and driving into a space that’s too small. In such a scenario, your bike is always the one that loses — and the damage can be costl…

new ambulance for Palatine Rural FPD
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Photos from the Horton Emergency Vehicles Facebook Page

Here are some recent images shared by the Horton Emergency Vehicles page, showcasing the new ambulance for Palatine Rural Fire Protection District (PRFD). These photos give a great look at the latest add…

Berwyn house fire 10-11-12
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Here's a rewritten and expanded version of the provided content, written in a natural, human-like tone with added details to reach over 500 characters: --- This message is from Josh Boyajian: "Berwyn had a full-blown fire at 1524 Wesley tonight. Engine 902 arrived to find flames on the first…