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CHICAGO, Cook County, Ill., Nov. 13, 2026 — Two firefighters and a resident were taken to hospitals after a house fire on Thursday evening, November 12, in the Chatham neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.
The fire broke out around 6 p.m. in a single-family home in the 400 block of East 90th Street, according to the Chicago Fire Department. Deputy District Chief Gary Brooks Sr. said two firefighters fell through a hole in the kitchen floor on the first level while working to put out the flames, triggering a mayday call.
Crews pulled the two firefighters from the building and took them to a hospital, where they were reported in good condition. A resident of the home managed to escape on their own and was also taken to a hospital. That person's condition had not been released as of Thursday evening.
The cause of the fire remained under investigation.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Local Accident Information for Chicago, IL
The incident was reported on 400 East 90th Street in Chicago. For local safety information, trauma care and how to request a report in Chicago, visit our Chicago, IL accident reports page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are most common in house fires?
People caught in structure fires usually suffer smoke inhalation, burns, and injuries from falls or collapsing floors, as happened with the firefighters in this incident.
What should residents do if a fire breaks out in their home?
Get out immediately, stay low to avoid smoke, close doors behind you to slow the fire's spread, and call 911 from outside once you're safe.
How are house fire causes typically determined?
Fire investigators examine the burn patterns, point of origin, and any electrical or heating equipment at the scene, a process that can take days or longer to complete.
