Firefighters Extinguish Dryer Fire in the 1900 Block of Lancaster Court
NAPERVILLE, Ill. — At 7:04 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 13, Naperville’s Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) received a call for a dryer fire in a two-story multifamily residence located in the 1900 block of Lancaster Ct. The caller advised flames were coming out of the dryer and making their way up the wall. Two residents were home at the time. Both were able to safely evacuate prior to the fire department’s arrival.
Naperville 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 7:09 p.m., the first-arriving vehicle arrived on scene and discovered a working fire in the laundry room. Fire companies quickly stretched hose lines and conducted an aggressive interior attack.
At 7:16 p.m., the fire was deemed under control. Because of the quick actions of the crews, fire damage was limited to the laundry room.
The Naperville Fire Department was assisted on the scene by the Naperville Police Department. Station backfill was provided by the Downers Grove Fire Department and the Darien-Woodridge Fire Protection District. Investigators determined the excessive buildup of lint was a factor in this fire.
There were no injuries to any occupants or firefighters while operating on scene. The building was deemed habitable by the Naperville Transportation, Engineering, and Development team. The blaze is estimated to have caused $2,500 in damages.
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Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 145,000 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.
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