February 5, 2026
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL – Fire sprinklers contained a fire in a garage at a 6-unit, 2-story multifamily apartment complex. Upon arrival, fire crews located an active fire alarm and observed smoke coming from the garage. Crews noted a small fire that was being held in check by an operating residential sprinkler. Firefighters quickly extinguished the remaining fire. No residents or firefighters were injured. All residents were able to return to their units. No residents were displaced. Battalion Chief Brian Tamason with the Crystal Lake Fire Rescue Department said the incident serves as a powerful example of the life-saving importance of fire sprinkler systems.
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