Extra-Alarm Fire Engulfs Richton Park Apartment Complex
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Several families were forced out of their homes Friday morning as firefighters battled an extra-alarm blaze in south suburban Richton Park.
The fire started around 8 a.m. at a three-story apartment complex at 3811 Canterbury Court.
Smoke and flames could be seen shooting through the roof.
Firefighters eventually raised the fire to a 4th Alarm, as flames engulfed multiple buildings in the complex from 3807 to 3815 Canterbury Court.
The fire was extinguished by early Friday afternoon.
There were no reports of injuries, and Richton Park Fire Department officials said everyone was evacuated safely.
A total of 26 families were left homeless, and were waiting for assistance from the American Red Cross, police said. The families are being provided temporary shelter and meals at Rich South High School.
Police said it appeared the fire was started by a man frying chicken.
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