Crime & Safety
Fire Causes Heavy Damage to New Lenox Home
The fire happened early Thursday morning and originated in the basement of the home.
No one was injured during a Thursday morning blaze at a home in the 200 block of West Haven.
At 7:14 a.m. this morning the New Lenox Fire Protection District received a call for a residential structure fire in the 200 block of West Haven.
When the first company arrived on the scene, the residential home had heavy smoke showing. Crews found a fire in the basement of the home. The fire was out by 7:40 a.m.
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“The firefighters did a great job putting the fire out quickly and preventing further damage,” said Battalion Chief Josh Swanson.
The residents of the home were able to get out safely, no injuries occurred.
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There is heavy damage to the home, total cost of damage is not yet available. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
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