July 15, 2022
Hodgkins, IL – Two fire sprinklers held a fire in check at a warehouse for recycled materials. When crews arrived, they found two sprinklers activated, keeping the fire from spreading. Firefighters were able to extinguish the remaining fire and cool the area. No injuries were reported. The sprinkler system was back in service and business resumed the same day.
Sources: Fire Marshal, Arthur Peters, Pleasantview Fire Protection District