Naperville Fire Department Quickly Extinguishes Condominium Fire

Naperville, Ill. - At 12:56 a.m. on Sunday, June 23, the Naperville Emergency Communications Center (ECC) received a notification via its alarm board for the activated fire alarm located at the Winchester Place Condominium complex. Naperville 911 (ECC) dispatched a dual response assignment consisting of two pieces of fire apparatus. At 12:58 a.m., the Naperville ECC received a 911 call reporting a possible structure fire at the address. The alarm was immediately upgraded to a General Alarm consisting of 11 pieces of fire apparatus and 26 personnel, including an Incident Commander and Incident Safety Officer. 

At 1:02 a.m., the first fire suppression vehicle arrived on the scene and found a fire on the exterior of the building. Fire companies deployed a handline to extinguish the fire, performed a calculated search of the building, and ensured the limit of fire spread through overhaul operations. At 1:11 a.m., the incident scene was deemed under control. Fire companies remained on the scene until 2 a.m. to ensure the building was properly secured. Fire loss is estimated at $10,000. 

The Naperville Fire Department was assisted on the scene by the Naperville Police Department. The cause is still under investigation. No civilians or firefighters were injured while operating on the scene.

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.