Box Alarm fire in Mundelein, 9-2-20

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 flames began to grow in intensity. Due to the rapid spread, the alarm was upgraded to a Box Alarm to bring in more resources. The fire burned through the roof and the front overhang, causing the signage to collapse. Despite the damage, the fire was contained to one unit, with significant damage reported to the adjacent restaurant. A ladder pipe was deployed for a short time before crews pulled back from the structure. Firefighters worked diligently to prevent the blaze from spreading further, and the situation was eventually under control. Multiple fire departments were on the scene, including units from Mundelein, Countryside, Deerfield-Bannockburn, Lincolnshire-Riverwoods, Libertyville, Wauconda, Lake Forest, Buffalo Grove, Long Grove, Arlington Heights, and Lake Zurich. Local residents were advised to stay clear of the area as crews continued their investigation and cleanup efforts. Photos from the scene show the extent of the damage, with the restaurant heavily impacted by the fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. No injuries have been reported so far. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of early detection and quick response in preventing larger disasters.

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