November 1, 2025
BOURBONNAIS, IL – A single fire sprinkler extinguished a fire in the common area of a college dorm building at Olivet Nazarene University. When crews arrived, they discovered a toaster had started on fire on the second floor. According to Fire Chief Jim Keener, the sprinkler activated as it was designed. One sprinkler activated and extinguished the fire. A fire watch was established until a sprinkler contractor made the repairs, allowing occupants on the third and fourth floor to return to their rooms.
Source: Jim Keener, Fire Chief, Bourbonnais Fire Protection District