Woman Killed In Extra-Alarm Fire In Auburn Gresham – CBS Chicago

CHICAGO (CBS) — A lady was killed in an extra-alarm home fireplace within the Auburn Gresham neighborhood Monday.

The fireplace broke out simply earlier than 10 a.m. at 8032 S. Hermitage Ave. The Fireplace Division referred to as a 2-11 alarm for further gear to battle the blaze.

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The 211 8032 hermitage is now struck out. One crucial damage grownup feminine present in rear bed room. Fireplace is now out. No CFD accidents. 4 adults at the moment are displaced. pic.twitter.com/ntgHkPMPt4

— Chicago Fireplace Media (@CFDMedia) February 8, 2021

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A lady about 45 years previous was discovered within the rear bed room and was pulled from the fireplace as quickly as firefighters arrived, however had already suffered extreme burns and smoke inhalation, the Fireplace Division mentioned.

The girl was pronounced useless on the College of Chicago Medical Heart. She was recognized as Cecelia Glinsey.

4 adults have been displaced by the fireplace. No firefighters have been injured.

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Officers mentioned careless smoking might need induced the fireplace. The home didn’t have working smoke detectors, officers mentioned.