Keller Lane Structure Fire

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — At 1:39 p.m. on Saturday, June 24, Naperville’s Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) received a call from a resident reporting that the back of their home was on fire. The four individuals who were home at the time safely evacuated prior to the fire department’s arrival. Naperville 911(PSAP) dispatched a general alarm assignment consisting of 10 pieces of fire apparatus and 24 personnel, including an incident commander and incident safety officer, to the reported address.

At 1:46 p.m., the first vehicle arrived on scene and found heavy smoke and fire coming from the roof of the single-family residence. Fire companies ensured all residents were out of the home and then quickly stretched several hose lines to contain the fire. Fire companies coordinated both an interior and exterior attack of the fire and brought the blaze under control at 2:10 p.m. Fire companies remained on the scene another two hours performing salvage and overhaul, along with ensuring there were no additional hot spots.

Naperville Fire Department was assisted on the scene by the Naperville Police Department. Station coverage was provided by the Bolingbrook, Oswego, Plainfield, and Warrenville Fire Departments. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Two firefighters were treated for heat-related injuries. One of those was released on scene and one was transported to Edward Hospital in stable condition. In addition, one of the residents was treated on scene and released. The building was deemed to be uninhabitable by the Naperville Transportation, Engineering, and Development Team. The blaze is estimated to have caused more than $300,000 in damages.

About Naperville: Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 150,000 people. This vibrant, thriving city consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The city is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The city’s diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.